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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Quartz
Rose Gold Diamond Coffin Necklace
Located in SUFFOLK PARK, AU
Our unique Rose Gold Diamond Coffin Pendant, is crafted from solid 9k Rose Gold and a natural White star set Diamond, and hangs from a dainty 45cm 9k rose gold cable chain, This exqu...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Necklace in 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Yellow Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18 kt white gold and diamond pendant comprising 3 main Fancy yellow color diamonds held by Two 18 karat white gold chains, paved with 12 bezel set diamonds for a weight of 0.26 carat...
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Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Crystal Opal Necklace with White Diamond Halo
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k yellow gold necklace featuring one double prong set free formed Australian crystal opal 3.72 carats and accented by a halo of white diamonds 0.31 total carat weight on a 1.5mm...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow and White Gold Omega Styled Necklace with Diamond
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Exquisite. Item Attributes: Weight: 10grams Metal Colour: Yellow and white Metal Stamp: 18ct Length: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Rutilated Quartz and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Statement Pendant
Located in London, GB
This one of a kind 18 carat yellow gold pendant features a spectacular 25 x 19.5mm cushion shaped rutilated quartz mounted in a four double claw, open work mount. The pendant's bale ...
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1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite and White Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful big tanzanite trillion with white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Chain is 16".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold

Sunray Crystal Diamond Pendant In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sunray Crystal Diamond PendantIn 18k White Gold Beautiful One of a Kind Art-Deco Style Pendant, with Diamond border and a Baguette Diamond Center Setting on top of a Sunray Crystal ...
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Tobago Multi Charm Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful 14K gold pendant that features two hearts, a Tobago charm and a diamond. The shape of this pendant is so unique. Pair it with a leather chord to edge it up or a sleek Herme...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

M. Gérard Diamond Pendant Necklace / Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A versatile pendant necklace/brooch, created by M. Gérard in France in 1970s. The necklace is set with brilliant-cut diamonds, the side motif may be detached and worn as a brooch, an...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Kunzite Pendant Framed by Green Diamonds, 18k White Gold, Handmade
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pastel pink kunzite pendant framed by green diamonds. "Ivy's Window" from our Starlight collection. -Handmade of 18K black plated White Gold -Delicate pastel pink Kunzite 7ct. -74 br...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Multicolour Rainbow Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold multicolour rainbow diamond contemporary brooch pendant necklace Art, color and culture all come together to inspire this original designed 18 karat gold calibre cut t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, ...

18 Karat White Gold 0.99 Carat Ruby Diamond Pave Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 0.88ctw of round cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Gemstone Details: Approx. 0.99ctw of round cut Ruby gemst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Luca Carati 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Arabic Symbol Pendant Necklace 0.95Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This 18k yellow gold pendant necklace features brilliant diamonds 0.95cttw, with a beautiful satin yellow gold Arabic symbol for Allah. The pendant is on a delicate 18k yellow gold c...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Small Dragonfly Diamond Necklace / Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your style with our Small Dragonfly Diamond Necklace in Rose Gold. Inspired by the mesmerizing beauty and adaptability of dragonflie...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Natural Yellow Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Sapphire = 1.60 Carat ( 8 x 6 mm ) Cut: Oval Total Quantity of Sapphire: 1 Primary Stone Color: Yellow Diamonds = 0.20 Carats Total Quantity...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Rosé Gold Necklace with Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.74 Ct Nature Brown
Located in Radolfzell am Bodensee, BW
18K rosé gold Necklace with Brilliant Cut Diamond 0.74 ct nature brown - handmade in the platinum manufactory of Henrich & Denzel in pure perfection. The purity of nature, exquisit...
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold

1.2 Carat VS G Color Stud Pendant White Gold Necklace
Located in Milano, MI
This timeless classic is all about the round brilliant cut stone, a magnificent 1.2 carat VS G color stone, mounted on a refined 18 carat white gold chain. the lenght of the necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

White Gold Entourage Pendant Set with Topaz and Diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Diamonds: Naturally shiny; Weight: 0.50 carat; Cut: Brilliant; Colour: F-G; Purity: VS; Grinding quality: Very good; Gemstones: Topaz; Weight: 3.50 / 2.00 carat; Grinding shape: Dro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, White Gold

Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Brooch Pendant in 15 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.86 carat sapphire, 1.33 carat diamond and pearl, 15 carat yellow gold and silver set pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collectio...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond High Heel Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = .46cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: pendant measures 14 X 21.50mm Weight: 2.90 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Unique Heart Lariat Necklace 0.22 Carat
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Lariat Necklace Featuring Asymmetrical Heart & Drop Both Are Covered in Round Cut Pavé Diamonds Heart is 16 mm Wide x 15 mm Long Drop is 8 mm Wide and 18 mm Long (In...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Gold Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This diamond encrusted 10K yellow gold pendent circa 1950 is the perfect timeless piece to add to your collection! Beautiful 10K gold is accompanied by 3 ...
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1950s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

0.62 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat Rose Gold Malachite Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Brera collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chain are in 18 carat rose go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Key Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Montréal, QC
Key necklace with diamonds in white gold 14k. 0.37 ct total weight of diamonds. Dimensions of the key 3 cm x 1.4 cm. Comes with 18'' chain (can be persona...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.63 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.63 carat amethyst and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst pendant...
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1920s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K Rose Gold Chain with Pendant Pink Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very attractive bombé style pendant pavé set with 71 pink Sapphires weighing 3.06 ct and 17 brillinat cut Diamonds weighing 0.55 ct, G color, vs clarity. Length of the chain 40 cm. D...
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 18K Gold Diamond Cruciform Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 18K Gold Diamond Cruciform Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum and 18K gold Chain: 16" gold chain Pendant: 7mm wi...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Memoire Diamond Circle Pavé Necklace 62 Round Brilliant Diamond 1.01ctw 18k Whit
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This Memoire Diamond Circle Pavé Pendant necklace features a total of 62 Round Brilliant Diamonds, amounting to 1.01ctw, set in an 18K White Gold 18" A...
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2010s Chinese Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Greek Key Cocktail Rubies and Diamonds Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Greek key pendant in 18 karats yellow gold set set with 1.80 carats of Rubies and 0.23 carats brilliant cut diamonds. The frame around it is the pave setting of natural Diamonds that...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Hirsh Ruby and Diamond Grace Butterfly Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful ruby is set in the heart of a stylised butterfly pendant set with round diamonds with fine red enamel accents. - 0.50 carat oval shape ruby - 66 white diamonds totalling...
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

White 4k Gold in Black Rhodium Diamonds Large Spider Pendant Necklace jherwitt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exceptional SP301PD YGBR Limited Edition Spider Pendant, a sophisticated tribute to creativity and personal empowerment. For centuries, the spider has symbolized inge...
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2010s North American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium

14k White Gold Diamonds Large Spider Pendant Necklace jherwitt unique gift
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the captivating SP301PD WG Limited Edition Spider Pendant, a stunning embodiment of creativity and self-determination. Crafted with meticulo...
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2010s North American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Kat Florence 18 Carat Gold and If Diamond Wasp Pendant Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning Kat Florence designer pendant brooch. Solid and substantial piece, solid 18 carat yellow gold. Pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds, IF-VVS1, E-F. 0.87 carats total....
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Green Tourmaline and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant with Diamonds (P10268n)
Located in Teófilo Otoni, MG
The Tourmaline Pendant has been crafted with a beautiful gemstone (26.82cts) and solid 18k yellow gold (3.28grs). We have also used internationally graded VS2 diamonds with a total w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.45ct Diamond and Platinum Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1930's 0.45 carat diamond and platinum locket - boxed; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry...
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat White Gold Lemon Quartz and Diamond Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.50cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: pendant measures 42.75 X 23.75mm Length: 18 inches Weight: 15.07 g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Diamond Cluster Flower Pendant in 14k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.00 ct. white diamond flower cluster pendant handmade in 14k white gold. Length is 18". Easy to wear stacked with other necklaces or on it's own.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Mosaic Set Diamond A Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 39 round brilliant cut = 0.19cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Diamonds: 10 baguette cut = .10cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.40 Carat Total Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Floral motif pendant necklace featuring a vibrant pear shape ruby approximately weighing at 0.62 carats, accented by mixed shape diamonds that weigh about 0.78 carat, FGG color and V...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Round Brilliant GIA Diamond on White Gold Chain 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white gold Diamond Details: 0.90ctw of Brilliant Round Cut Diamond. Diamond is G/H in color and VS in clarity. SI1 GIA# 1363714574 Measurements: Necklace is 16"  in len...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Blue Sapphire & Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
6 pear shape sapphires weighing 1.04 cts 1 round sapphire weighing .04 cts 18 round diamonds weighing .13 cts H-SI Set in 18k white gold Adjustable 16-18 inch white gold...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Gucci Flora Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds YBB581842002
Located in Wilmington, DE
18k yellow gold White diamonds Double G and flower pendant Flower charm at the closure 31 diamonds, totaling approximately .12 carats Clasp closure 15" length adjustable to 16.5" Pen...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

White Gold Pendant Set with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
This gold pendant is a true statement piece that exudes luxury and sophistication. It features a stunning design that showcases brilliant-cut diamonds and two droplet-shaped emeralds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Gold

Soho Sterling Silver Turquoise Resin and Diamond Triangle Drop Pendant
By SOHO
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Soho Material: sterling silver Diamond: round brilliant cut = 0.25cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: pendant measures 30.5 x 19.90mm Weight: 6.90 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Hexagonal Amethyst Pendant with Diamond Halo 3.75 Carat and Chain in 14k Gold
Located in Austin, TX
Hexagonal is an unusual shape for a gemstone but this amethyst will definitely delight anyone’s taste for unique. The lovely amethyst was cut by an American gemstone artist and was s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Melting Ice 18k Yellow Gold Tanzanite Drop Necklace by MadStone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold necklace with 1.25 carats of tanzanite and 0.15 carats of white diamond. Story: The Melting Ice collection by MadStone designer Kerri Halpern draws influence...
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov, 1.00 Carat Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This simple and timeless pendant necklace showcases one brilliant round cut diamond weighing 1.00 carats, F color and SI3/I1 clarity. Mounted in a beautiful four prong setting. Made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mask Pendant in 18K Gold with Emerald & Diamond
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural Mask Pendant situating Brancusi’s modernity in conversation with West African sculptural tradition, featuring an eye set with a round cut emera...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Platinum, Diamond and South Sea Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
Large, 1970s Piece. Platinum, White Diamond and White, South Sea Double Pearl Pendant. Pendant features two large pearls, both halo set with soft, fl...
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1970s British Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Pear Shape Aquamarine and Diamond Halo 18 Carat White Gold Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous pendant features a wonderful pear shaped aquamarine weighing approximately 11.00ct, mounted in a rub-over, open back setting. The translucent gemstone is beautifully su...
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2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin White Gold Cross Pendent with Diamonds 001857AWCHX0
Located in Wilmington, DE
Roberto Coin Cross Pendent with Diamonds 18k White Gold Diamonds 0.39 Carat Total Weight Chain Length 18" 001857AWCHX0
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alchemy Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
ALCHEMY BEHOLD THE EXTRAORDINARY Four black diamonds sit amongst mystical swirls of hand engraved 14k gold, centering around a single glistening white diamond center on this delicat...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Alchemy Pendant
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Diamond Letter "M" Pendant Necklace 14k Gold 0.19 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond Letter "M" Pendant Necklace 18" 14k Gold 0.19 TCW Certified $1,950 121278 MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pear...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Clear Crystal Diamond Bracelet Pendant Necklace Set 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pendant necklace and bracelet set is crafted in 14k white gold and encrusted with 4 round cut diamonds and clear crystals. Chain length: 16 Inches. Pendant size: 38mm. ...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sophia D. 0.92 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sophia D. platinum necklace composed of 0.92 carat cushion cut diamond pendant and 6 round diamonds with a total weight of 0.56 carats. The...
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2010s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Luca Carati Diamond Flower Pendant Long Necklace 18K Rose & White Gold 0.87Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Luca Carati diamond flower pendant necklace crafted in 18k rose gold and white gold. This necklace features a gorgeous display of brilliant round cut pave set diamonds weig...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Topaz and Diamond Heart Pendant, 5.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A topaz and diamond heart pendant, central heart shaped orange topaz weighing an estimated 9.00ct, with a three row border of round brilliant cut diamonds and three baguette cut diam...
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Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

Antique 1.74ct Garnet and Diamond, Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.74 carat garnet and 0.17 carat diamond, seed pearl, 12 karat yellow gold, platinum and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 12 karat yellow gold with silver and platinum settings. The main pierced decorated, circular frame supports a secondary offset circular design to the upper portion, accented to the centre with a bezel set 1.74ct cabochon cut garnet. The openwork frame of the offset circular frame is further embellished with a seed pearl to the cardinal points of the feature garnet. The lower crescent shaped portion of the frame is ornamented with a floral design comprised of five seed pearls, with emanating paired leaf designs incorporating eighteen pavé set mine cut diamonds. The antique garnet pendant...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 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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