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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Bulgari Aquarius Pendant Spinner Vintage 18k Gold Steel Fine Zodiac Jewelry Flip
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Bulgari pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold & steel (circa 1990s). The Zodiac collection was introduced by Bulgari in the 1990s as part of the Tondo series. T...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

1970s Star of David Filigree 14k Gold Plated Rope Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 1970s Star of David Filigree 14k Gold Plated Rope Chain Pendant Necklace encapsulates the elegance of vintage design with its intricate filigree detailing and luxurious gold plat...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Darling Fish: Black Diamond Baroque Pearl Fish Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Dive into the whimsical depths of ocean-inspired charm with the captivating Darling Fish: Black Diamond Baroque Pearl Pendant in 18K White Gold. Crafted from a luminous freshwater ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

1864 Bible Book Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 5.11 gr
Located in SE
Antique Bible Book Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Greenish / Yellow Gold with skillfully engraved decor of on both sides. Intricate lock keeps the sides secu...
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1860s Swedish Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Logo CD Monogram Openwork Pendant Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Logo CD Monogram Openwork Pendant Crystal Necklace, Gold, Add a touch of luxury to your outfit with this Authentic Christian DIOR Pendant Necklace. Cr...
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

Edwardian 14K Gold Four Vices Pencil Case / Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold Edwardian pencil case is a rare piece that depicts the four vices of the Hindu concept of Kali Yuga or “The Age of Vice.” The long, narrow rectangular case is adorned w...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Necklace 21K Gold 7.8 ctw 12natural Blue Red Green Sapphires Rubies/5.1g
Located in SE
Necklace in solid 21K Gold featuring 12 Green and Blue Sapphires mixed with pinky-red rubies. All stones are oval-cut untreated naturals with visible flaws and inclusions/. All sto...
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20th Century European Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold

18 Carat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
We design a very nice Heart pendant with necklace .The technique use invisible setting .We cut and groove very stone. This pendant is very nice style you can use in many occasion in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade with Cabochon Blue Sapphire Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Jade with Cabochon Blue Sapphire 0.76 carat Pendant set in 18K Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.8 cm Length: 2.5 cm Total Weight: 4.69 grams "We first opened doors in 1...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Butterfly Insect Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant with a fabulous Butterfly Insect motif on the front. The butterfly insect ...
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19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gilt Metal

Opal Inlay Triangle Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.7 Grams Stamped: "14K" ​ ​Inlay: Opal Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 18Kt Heart Love Pendant by Augis
Located in Stamford, CT
I Love you more than yesterday but Less than tomorrow is written on the 18Kt Augis Heart Love Token. Inscribed in French "Plus Qu hier Que Demain" the heart is set with a tiny diamond and a ruby. A love pendant by Augis is a combination of romance, history and love. It bridges love from the past to the future. The message on all Augis love token...
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1960s French Post-War Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Ancient Greek 4th Century Bc Corinth Pegasus Coin Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic hand struck Corinthian silver "Stater" coin from 375-300 BC is set within a Steven Battelle designed handmade line textured double bezel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Bakelite centerpiece with vintage components and coral in handmade piece
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage,hand painted and inlaid with crystals Bakelite centerpiece ,one of a kind necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.The centerpiece is hand paint...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Gold Heart Locket
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, puffed heart locket with fluted design in 14-karat yellow gold, circa mid to late-20th century. A great piece to add to a charm bracelet or wear around neck as a pendant...
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Mid-20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

Amethyst Ruby Gold Plate Cross Pendant
Located in Frome, Somerset
This limited edition statement amethyst ruby cross pendant has been handmade in our workshops. It features hand-cut amethysts which are embedded with rubies set in hand-engraved mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "tetradrachm" coin from 390-330 BC Ephesus rests in this Steven Battelle designed ancient-inspired large/small double twist wire handmade setting. Ephesus was an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 2.87ct Rose Cut Diamonds by the Yard 18k Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite rose cut diamonds by the yard modern necklace. By Alexander Beverly Hills. 6 rose cut diamonds, 2.78 carats total. Approximately G/H color and VS clarity. Bezel set in 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold with Blue Enamel Ten Commandments Pendant #19617
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14k Yellow Gold Ten Commandments Pendant This elegant pendant features a 14k yellow gold design with Hebrew inscriptions representing the Ten Commandments. Size: 19.4mm length, 14....
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Astrale 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Stylized, circular forms give this Bvlgari Astrale its instantly captivating appearance. The bold pendant measures 2.0 long by 0.80 wide and is suspended from a delicate 18 chain. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

AGL Certified 25ct Carved Cabochon Emerald & Pear Marquise Diamond 18K Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This delicate pendant features a centering Russian cabochon emerald intricately carved with flowers, weighing approximately 25.00 carats, framed by full-cut diamonds topped by a roun...
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Spectacular Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Pendant and Necklace
Located in Tampa, FL
Spectacular 3.74 Carat Deco Old European Cut Diamond and Platinum Pendant and Necklace This exquisite Art Deco pendant and necklace is a stunning example of vintage craftsmanship, f...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Dubini Helios Ancient Silver Coin Pendant Aquamarine 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver coin from Istros, Moesia dating circa 4th century B.C. set in 18kt yel...
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Tiffany and Co Heart Pendant 18k Tiffany Elsa Peretti Puffed Heart Necklace
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tiffany and Co. Elsa Peretti Solid Hold Puffed Heart Pendant Minor signs of wear. Details 12mm by 12mm Heart Pendant 18in Necklace length 5.4grams total
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Fish Tail Necklace Whale Tail Pendant Mermaid Tail Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Fish Tail Necklace in 18k Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate dainty fish tail charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k solid g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with GRS Certified No Heat Royal Blue Sapphire
Located in Berlin, DE
The heart of this 18 karat yellow gold Tobacco Flower Pendant Necklace is a stunning GRS-certified vivid royal blue oval sapphire from Sri Lanka, measuring 10.73 x 9.64 x 5.99 mm and...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Paraiba, Tourmaline, Tanzanite, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sa...

Cartier Large Carved Jade Fish Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry presents: A captivating mid century pendant necklace by Cartier. The design showcases a fish-shaped jade pe...
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1960s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boxed Antique Etruscan Revival Demi-Parure with Amethyst Collar and Earrings
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This pristine Etruscan revival demi-parure dates to the mid-Victorian era, circa 1860. The collar is composed of an articulated, silky smooth 15 karat gold snake chain adorned with c...
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1860s English Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 15k Gold

Diamond Australian Opal Pendant Teardrop Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Australian Opal Pendant Teardrop Pendant 14K Yellow Gold This tremendous estate pendant came to us from the auction. The tag for $5125...
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Flintlock Revolver Pocket Watch Key Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 18 karat yellow gold flintlock revolver pocket watch key pendant from the past. This single-barrel gold flint pistol pocket watch key has a cur...
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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rock Crystal Granulation Shell Pendant with Tourmalines in 22Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Shell Shape carved rock crystal Pendant necklace, handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring round Tourmalines. This breathtaking jewelry piece is braided according to the ancestral techniques of granulation and filigree. The delicate and intricate wire ornamentation of Filigree that is soldered onto the pendant and the minute gold beads of granultion around the gemstones add imperial aura in this elegant pendant. This One-Of-A-Kind Pendant belongs to Odyssea Collection: A collection inspired by the ancient Greek heritage, its timeless beauty and aesthetic excellence. Title: Rock Crystal Shell Pendant...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Crystal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.93 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Beautiful 1.93 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold, very sparkly and shiny look. Carat Weight: 1.93 carats, which is a noticeable size and adds a beautiful bril...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Natural Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace, True Mutton Fat Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This master piece is certified natural nephrite jade "Mutton Fat Jade" by two different labs! One certificate is from Xinjiang China the birth place of...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

14K Yellow Gold 1/4 Cttw Diamond Toggle Clasp Paperclip Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the understated elegance of this 14-karat yellow gold necklace, a blend of classic sophistication and modern design. Its centerpiece, a circular pendant, comes al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vera Wang Love Diamond Cross Pendant in 10K White Gold - 0.20ctw, 20" Necklace
Located in West Hempstead, NY
This stunning Designer Vera Wang Love Collection Diamond Double Strand Sideways Cross Pendant in 10K white gold features 0.20ctw of natural HI I1 round diamonds, adding a touch of br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Navajo Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo sterling silver and turquoise squash blossom necklace. 18 exceptional Kingman turquoise stones set in shadow box with twisted rope bord...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

14k Gold Pendant with Opal, Emerald and Diamonds, Chameleon Pendant!
Located in Istanbul, TR
Chameleon pendant with opal, emerald and diamonds. 14k Gold Chameleon Charm. Reptile Charm. Lizard pendant. Animal Jewelry, Wildlife Jewelry Size: 19.3 ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold

Important Natural Nephrite Jade Pendant Necklace Certified True Mutton Fat Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This master piece is certified by 2 laboratories. One certificate is from Xinjiang China the birth place of Heitan jade. That certificate actually says “mutton fat jade...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade

Patrick Joseph, Ram cast silver pendant Melanie Yazzie Navajo aries new
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Patrick Joseph, Ram cast silver pendant Melanie Yazzie Navajo aries Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, paintings, scul...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

14k White Gold Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Convertible Brooch/Pendant
Located in Boone, NC
An Antique 14k White Gold, Diamond and Sapphire Brooch/Pendant. This piece is a fine example of the "High Art Period" of Jewelry Design in the 1920's Art Deco Period. The Diamonds ar...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

BULGARI Mediterranean Eden 18K WG Diamond Topaz Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Authentic BULGARI 18K white gold diamond topaz drop pendant necklace. Lariat style necklace is from the Mediterranean Eden collection with Diamond spacers, Amethyst and a large Topaz...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moi Toi Pendant Cluster Diamond Pendant, 14k Solid Gold, Emerald Cut, SI GH
Located in New York, NY
FEATURES • Gold Kt: 14K • Diamond Type: Natural Diamond • Total CTW: 0.90Ct • Total Number of Stones: 3 pc • Center Diamond Cut: Oval, Pear and Emerald Cut • Diamond Color: SI or better • Diamond Clarity: Near Colorless • Setting Type: Prong Setting • Comes in Jewel Frost packaging • Chain: 16-18 Inch Cable Chain (1mm) Celebrate love and elegance with our Pendant Cluster Diamond Necklace. This exquisite piece features a 14k gold pendant adorned with a stunning combination of emerald-cut, oval, and teardrop gemstones, creating a captivating cluster design. Perfect as an anniversary gift for your wife or a special birthday gift for her, this necklace is a timeless expression of affection and sophistication. RELATED KEYWORDS Delicate Necklace, Solitaire Necklace, Dainty Gold Necklace, Simple Necklace, Diamond Pendant, gifts for mom, gits for wife, gifts for girlfriend, Moi Toi...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage Chinese Red Jade Pendant With Dragon
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Chinese Carved Red Jade Jadeite Dragon Pendant Hand carved natural Red jadeite pendant with Chinese Dragon from light green and gray to red color. About 2.50 inch long and...
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1950s Chinese Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Jade

GRS Certified VIVID Blue Tanzanite Heart Cut Pendant Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Tanzanite necklace, a remarkable piece expertly crafted by the renowned jeweler Frantisek Holub. This unique necklace showcases a stunning top-quality tanzanite weighing an impressiv...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1960s Multi-Gemstone Brooch Pendant Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finley crafted in 18k yellow gold with a center Cabochon Ruby weighing approximately 28.00 carats, additional 35 Cabochon Rubies weighing approximately a total of 31.50 carats, 21 Ca...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14K Gold Horse Shoe and Stirrup Charm
Located in Venice, CA
This sweet little charm from the Edwardian era showcases a horseshoe with seven nails, to represent the lucky number seven. In the center of the charm, there’s a stirrup, another cla...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with this Tiffany & Co. Diamonds by the Yard necklace, designed by the legendary Elsa Peretti. Crafted in radiant 18 karat yellow gold, this piece exudes timeless...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square, Bezel Set Green Tourmaline Pendant 14K Gold, Oval Chain, Gift for Her
Located in Bozeman, MT
Square Step-Cut Bezel Set Green Tourmaline Pendant Necklace 14K Gold with Oval Textured Cable Chain by Ashley Childs The tourmaline is set in a 14kt yellow gold bezel on a 14kt gold...
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified 5 Ct. Mozambique Ruby VIVID Red Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent emerald and diamond pendant necklace, by Cecile Blake, features a detachable pendant set with a cushion-shaped vivid red ruby weighing 5 carats. The ruby is surround...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby 2.50 carats with Diamond 0.12 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.7 cm Total Weight: 6.1 grams "We first opened doors in...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Star of David Rose Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Unisex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 18K Rose Gold Star of David Pendant Necklace – A Timeless Expression of Faith and Luxury by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Indulge in the elegance of our 18K Rose Gold Sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Gold Halo Clover Diamond Necklace Cluster Diamond Clover
Located in Bangkok, TH
Halo clover diamond necklace, Cluster diamond clover, Jewelry gift for her, Prong and pave setted diamonds, 18K gold, diamond flower necklace diamond Clover, Bridal necklace, weddin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

USA Olympic Rings Diamond Necklace Vintage 18k Gold Patriotic Name Plate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed USA necklace with diamonds set into the Olympic rings. The pendant is 18k yellow gold and the chain is 14k yellow gold. Dia...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Tassel charm - elegant dangling pendant - 18 karat solid yellow gold - Victorian
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this elegant tassel pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. short but joyful moving foxtail chains dangle bellow the fixed part. Each foxtail chain has a little ball as ...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Spider pendant necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
Spider lover or not you are bound to fall in love with this wonderful antique spider and spider web pendant. The spider and spider web motifs are much harder to find in pendant form...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Deer Antler Bust Necklace Vintage 14k Gold Diamond 19" Chain Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Deer antler necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1950s to 1960s). One small estimated 0.01 carat diamond is set into the eye (estimated at H-I color and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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

Sterling Silver Peace Dove Brooch Necklace, Dove Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
A delicate Victorian dove brooch pendant is the focal point of this charming layering necklace. Carefully attached to a rhodium chain of oval, round an...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

English 9K Murano Glass Fish Charm
Located in New York, NY
Charming English 9K Murano Fish Charm from the 1970's. Murano striated glass of metallic copper and black is used to mimic natural goldstone. The head and t...
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1970s British Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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9k 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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