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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Pink Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal handmade statement necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises accompanied by a large deep pink tourmaline set in 14k gold surrounded by sparkling rose c...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Apple Green Jade & Diamond Pendant / Brooch, Good Translucency
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This apple green jadeite jade pendant / brooch is very colorful and eye catching! This is certified to be nat...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Natural Sapphire Diamond 18 KT Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This charming Edwardian era pendant is 1905 ca Design is made of a tri -lobed bail attached to a lovely daisy flower which stands on the three oval dangling sections one into the oth...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 17.8 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Art Deco style 17.8ct Aquamarine and Diamond 14k white gold pendant necklace with an incredible vintage, yet modern design and glittering accent diamonds on a diamonds by the yard ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

antique Chinese jade and turquoise stone long necklace
Located in Milan, IT
This very unusual object mounts an ancient Chinese cicada 1700s jade symbol of rebirth, change and spiritual renewal. so a beautiful symbol to give to a loved one. They complete sto...
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2010s Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Jade, Turquoise

14K Gold Diamond Turtle Charm Necklace Diamond Tortoise Pendant Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Necklace is made of 14K solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natural genuine round cut diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Certified Jade, Tutti Frutti Semi & Precious Stones Statement Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This is a massive piece of jewelry! Impressive to say the least. The workmanship is fabulous. It took many man hours to custom set all these stones. The many photos will paint a thousand words. The necklace is made in 18k gold. It is made up of many precious and semi-precious stones including white diamonds, yellow diamonds, apple green jades, emeralds, tourmalines, rubys', sapphires etc. This is a very colorful necklace...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline,...

Moi Paris Pendant Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Diamonds. Crafted in 14K gold. Our Paris Pendant Necklace effortlessly walks a delicate balance between modern and timeless! Inspired by the marvel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Birds of Paradise Pink Sapphire Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredible Van Cleef & Arpels Bird of paradise, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and pink sapphires mounted in 18 karat white gold. The brooch can be worn as a pendant as well and ...
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2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Egyptian Lapis Scarab Beetle Pendant with Woven Chain in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 148.1 Grams Chain Length: 18" braided round chain Chain Width: 3.6 mm Pendant Measurement: 2.35" x 1.60" (The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Tiffany & Co. Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Pendant Necklace. Beautiful and rare freshwater pearl link necklace from the Tiffany & Co Hardwear line. Tiff...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K gold, Rare French good luck charm - 1900's medal - Ivy & ladybird pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are delighted to present this extraordinary pendant, our heart literally skipped a beat when we laid our eyes on it for the first time, and keeps on ding it every time we look at ...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Limited Edition Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.05 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 139893 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Fashion Pendant in 18k Rose Gold 0.05 CT...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Antique Natural Untreated Ruby Necklace of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Rubies are not only the beloved birthstone for July, but they also symbolize enduring love and passion and are a traditional gift for those celebrating 15th or 40th anniversaries. T...
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Late 19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 1.7 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Pendant With 18" 18K Chain
Located in Soquel, CA
A lively and bright 7 x 10 mm pear shaped faceted Brazilian pink tourmaline is set in a matte-finish 18K bezel with a "triple jawan" accent below and 4 small "jawan" granulation on ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Antique 18th Century Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 18th century triple pendant crafted in rose gold with touches of silver. A pendant of three graduated panels of open scrollwork and domes set with diamonds. An estate jewel - encrusted with six individual small diamonds within a frame setting and body of chased, filigree-worked, articulated of 18 karat rose gold and silver. Six small diamonds are set at the tops of the gold domes. These kind of pendants are also known as 'Croix à la Jeannette'. This rare antique Christian cross...
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Mid-18th Century French Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold

French 18K Vintage Les Amoureux de Peynet pendant - 18 karat solid gold love
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this romantic pendant crafted in 18 karat pinkish yellow gold. It features the two lovers drawn by the Parisian graphic designer Raymond Peynet. Les Amoureux was designed...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Victorian Style Heart Silver Chain Necklace Blue Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J DAUPHIN White Diamond White Pearl Heart Necklace. Victorian Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Chain. 28 Inch. Immediate Delivery. Authentic J DAUPHIN Victorian style heart necklace. Thi...
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2010s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

GIA Certified Fancy Brown-Pink Pear Diamond 1.92 Carat TW Gold Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's beautiful GIA certified diamond pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Rose and White Gold setting with a natural pear cut pink diamond complimented by a natural greenish...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...

Kenneth Jay Lane Gothic Studded 'Snake' Pendant with Gothic Rope-Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane wonderfully detailed Gothic "Snake" pendant studded with multi-colors of rhinestones measures 2 5/8 inches by 1 1/2 inches. The matching gothic rope-chain necklace m...
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1980s American Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Coral Diamonds Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
Artistic masterpiece of pure Southern Italian manufacturing, precisely Neapolitan, a magnificent pendant for necklaces in the shape of a tropical fish reproduced in natural coral fro...
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1990s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, White Gold,...

Aquamarine Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A breathtaking symbol of timeless elegance and refined beauty. At the top, a shimmering drop-shaped aquamarine evokes the tranquil hues of a clear blue sea, gracefully connected to s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco 0.40ct European Cut Diamond Filigree Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An exquisite diamond pendant in white gold. Featuring an intricate filigree design with a central European cut diamond weighing 0.4 carats. The diamon...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1875 Onyx Amethyst Silver Glas Locket Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant and onyx locket is decorated with an amethyst mounted in a finely engraved silver setting.
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1870s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Silver

14k Gold Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace Diamond Solitaire Layering Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand selected ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Onyx & CZ Pendant #18709
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Onyz & CZ Pendant- This stunning Judith Ripka pendant with enhancer is set in sterling silver and features an onyx ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Pearls, Onyx, Turquoise, Green Stone, Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful necklace in silver structure mounted with pearls,onyx,turquoise and a green stone as pendant. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in p...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver

Heart Chain Necklace White Diamond Pearl Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J DAUPHIN Heart Chain Necklace – White Diamond, Pearl, Black Enamel Designer: J DAUPHIN Materials: – Chain: Gold-plated brass, hand-painted black enamel (also available in gold-pla...
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2010s Indian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Faye Kim Platinum Aquamarine Bezel Pendant Necklace
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Aquamarine Bezel Pendant Necklace is striking with its extraordinary translucent blue color. Complemented by a mini paperclip chain, this one-of-a-kind piece can ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

Red Enamel and Diamond Articulating Hot Air Balloon Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Red Enamel Articulating Hot Air Balloon and Diamond Gold Awesome Vintage Pendant. Hand set with 1.42tcw Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds in Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

7 Carat Fancy Cut Carved Amethyst Sail Boat Diamond Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Fancy Cut Carved Amethyst Sailboat and Diamond Gold Pendant. Featuring a securely Hand set 7 Carat Fancy Cut Amethyst Carved Sail Boat. Accented by ...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique French Enamel Scene Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Brooch Locket
Located in New York, NY
French Victorian Brooch/Pendant/Locket Enameled Porcelain Scene of a Women and Toddler with a Dog in a Garden, The Women is Holding a Basket of Flowers "Femmes et garcon avec un chi...
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1870s French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Filigree Byzantine Cross Pendant with Enamel & Ruby in 22Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine cross pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a round tourmaline center and two colours of enamel, red and green. This pen...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold

Certified Imperial Jade Peapod & Diamond Pendant Necklace. Collector's Item.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This is what true imperial jade looks like! This icy imperial Jadeite jade pendant is certified to be natural and with...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA 20 Carat Heart Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Luxurious piece features a sleek and sophisticated 18K yellow gold chain At the centerpiece, a dazzling diamond certified by GIA is set in a classic diamond by the yard setting wit...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle-Epoque Spanish Crucifix 18 karat Yellow Gold with Enamel
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Belle-Époque Spanish Crucifix is a remarkable piece of religious jewelry characterized by its historical aesthetic and meticulous craftsmanship. ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamonds Pearls 9 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

Necklace and pendant with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with an entourage pendant set with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds. 1.00ct - H/I - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace i...
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Classic Sapphire Pendant w Earth Mined Diamonds in Solid 14K White Gold OV 7x5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful pendant features a 0.91 carat oval sapphire gemstone with a natural earth mined diamond triad on the top of the gemstone, all set in solid 14K gold. This pendant can b...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

10 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Open Heart Pendant #21134
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Open Heart Pendant- Embrace the beauty of love and mystery with this 10K Yellow Gold Opal Heart Pendant! Featuring a luminous opal set in a warm gold heart...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Citrine pendant brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Citrine pendant brooch. This pretty piece is designed in 9ct yellow gold with a scrollwork design in rich tones, the pendant brooch is set with three oval cut cit...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1/4 Guilder Coin Charm Pendant, Dutch East Indies 1941
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage gilded 720 silver Dutch East Indies coin charm pendant. The quarter guilder was minted in Philadelphia (P), for the 1941 P issue, 31,688,000 were minted in 1941. The obverse of the 1/4 guilder represents the Dutch coat of arms...
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Mid-20th Century Indonesian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal, Gilt Metal

French 19th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cross in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. An important rose gold cross, it features a flat, delicately chased pattern. One side features a stylized Virgin and Child, the othe...
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Leo Zodiac Pendant By G. Lenfant
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18k yellow gold pendant featuring a detailed lion motif. Designed by George Lenfant & Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, France, 1970. Total weight 16.0g. Length 27.6mm. Sizable.
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.72ctw Emerald & Diamond Cluster Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold, Dainty Flower Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: emerald oval cut 6 x 4 mm approximately .40 total carats diamond, 8 stones round brilliant cut 2.25 mm approximately .32 total carats FG color / VS2-SI1 clarity Length: .63 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9 Karat Yellow Gold and Connemara Marble Leprechaun Pendant #18146
Located in Washington Depot, CT
9 Karat Yellow Gold and Connemara Marble Leprechaun Pendant- This adorable leprechaun perched on a toadstool is crafted in beautifully detailed 9K yellow gold. Connemara marble base...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Three Diamond Station Necklace Bezel Setting Round Diamond
Located in Bangkok, TH
Three Diamond Station Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Venetian Etruscan Revival Moonstone 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful preloved 18 karat gold Venetian Etruscan Revival fob charm pendant. The charm is set with a cabochon cut moonstone at the bottom of th...
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Mid-20th Century European Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carved Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880 The 14K gold cross is finely carved with a medieval style scrolling floral design and centered with a sparkling old mine cut diamond (approximately 0.10 ct) Total length...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Certified 10.5 Carat Natural Smoky and Citrine Pendant in 925 Silver For Mother
Located in New York, NY
Certified 10.5 Carat Natural Smoky and Citrine Pendant in sterling silver studded with mixed cut smoky topaz, citrine. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

AAA Tanzanite and Diamond Teardrop Pendant in 18KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning necklace has a deep colored 12x10mm pear shape AAA quality Tanzanite with a 0.46 ct pear shape top quality shimmering diamond. Gold chain is included. Pendant is brand...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold Merkaba Necklace with 1.12 Carat Diamonds - Your Universal Beacon
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Merkaba – Your Divine Compass to Ascension and Illumination. Discover the power of the Merkaba, a sacred universal symbol and spiritual tool for ascension and enlightenment. Uni...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rube...

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant Medal
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary. Engraved to the reverse ‘Martine 27-3-57’. Stamped with the French eagle’s head for 1...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Loony Toons Cicero Pig Charm
Located in Venice, CA
At first glance, we thought this adorable 14k gold vintage charm was the beloved Porky Pig. But after noticing his sailor’s outfit and doing a little more research, we learned that i...
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1930s American Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

French Lucky Horseshoe 18K Yellow Gold Seven Diamond Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a lucky horseshoe set with seven diamonds. Stamped with the eagle's head for 18 karat gold and French manufacture. Dim...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Four Leaf Clover Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique four-leaf clover locket pendant dating back to the Art Nouveau movement, 1890-1914. The beautiful good luck pendant is created in 14 karat yel...
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Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant - 14k Single Cut .16ctw Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .16ctw Cut: Single Color: G Clarity: I3 Total Carats: .16ctw Theme: Cross, Faith Meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian White Gold Cross Necklace with Diamonds by Four Line
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian White Gold Cross Necklace with Diamonds by Four Line is an exquisite piece that combines classic religious symbolism with cont...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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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