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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1910s
Vintage 22K Gold and Green Chalcedony Intaglio of Zoroaster Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This 22k gold vintage pendant features a green chalcedony intaglio carved with the image Zoroaster. The gold has beautiful granulation in the style of...
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1960s Asian Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Retro 14k Yellow Gold and Heart Amethyst Clover Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
1950s Retro 14k Yellow Gold and Amethyst Clover Pendant - 14K Yellow Gold - 4 = 9.00x5.75mm heart amethyst - 8.26 grams - 1950s This is a stunnin...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980's Ruby Heart Necklace Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Step into the enchanting world of the 80's with our Vintage Ruby Heart Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold. A gracefully twisted heart-shap...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This sparkling cross pendant features 11 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. Approximate total diamond weight: .17 ct...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Platinum 2 carat Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Pendant Pin Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Art Deco pendant with 2 carats of diamonds accented by specialty French calibre cut synthetic sapphires. Beautiful design with bows and a central rosette. There are about 11...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Pearl and 9 Carat Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch is adorned with pearls which are complimented perfectly by the bright yellow 9ct gold. On the back there is a pin. Brooch length: 40mm Weight: 3g
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Vintage 1990s 13.50 Carat Blue Topaz and Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 13.50 carat blue topaz and 9 karat yellow gold heart shaped pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressi...
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1990s Unknown Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Nouveau 0.06 carat garnet and 18k yellow gold coin pendant; part of diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique coin pendant...
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Iconic American designer and jeweler Barry Kieselstein-Cord was well known for his extravagant designs, motifs and unique coloration of gold. In this unique pendant necklace the cent...
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1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cultured Pearl 1.48ct Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace, circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.48 carat diamond and cultured pearl, 18 karat white gold necklace; part of our diverse pearl jewelry collection. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage pearl necklace has been crafted in 18 karat white gold. The necklace consists of one hundred and two stranded cultured pearls. This fine pearl necklace...
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1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Antique 1910s 4.83 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 4.83 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold pendant and 9 karat yellow gold chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive Edwardian amethyst necklace...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Baby rings were popular sentimental jewelry items in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Babies wore them for their christenings, or for photos, or (ickily) for their funerals, or mot...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...

Antique Art Deco 1.92ct Diamond and 18ct White Gold Clip Brooch / Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.92 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold, platinum set clip brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collec...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant #1811
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant- This stunning custom-made pendant was upscaled from a Victorian stick pin - featuring one round brilliant cut diamond se...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary with a halo. Stamped with French marks for 18 karat gold with an unknown maker's mark. Dime...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1940s Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Art Deco 0.06 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold drop style pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive di...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold Cobalt Blue Enamel Brooch Pendant Pearl Necklace with Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Antique style estate piece of 10 karat Rose Gold and Cobalt Blue Enamel Pin Pendant with Pearl and Diamond Accents. This celestial brooch sits on a th...
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1950s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 8k Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.9 grams. Totally is 1.30 ct. The diamond is has s1-s2-s3-Pique1. Acid tested to be 8k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
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1960s Turkish Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gemstone 18k Yellow Interchangeable Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous and versatile Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 3 interchangable circular enhancer pendants crafted in amber, malachite, and lapis ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Yellow Gold

Two-Tone 18K Yellow Gold Large Ancient Greek Coin Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This vintage Two-Tone 18K Yellow Gold Pendant is designed as an ancient Greek Coin, depicting Hercules - Roman equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles (who was famous for his...
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1990s Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Lucky Black Cat in Crescent Moon 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a wirework crescent moon with a black enamel cat sitting in it. Stamped with the eagle’s head for 18 karat gold and French man...
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20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Turtle Pendant Necklace with Diamond Green Emerald 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Large 14k Turtle With A Massive 50 ct Cabochon Green Emerald Cabochon Emerald Dimensions: 30 mm 18mm 13.1 mm EST 50 CTS The body of the turtle is set with diamonds on ea...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain and Pendant with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - F/G - VS/SI - 44 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 44 cm long by 0.5 mm wide The si...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold. This stunning pendant is set with a g...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Virgin of the Lilies 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a medal depicting the Madonna and Child with lilies. The reverse depicting a cross. Stamped with the owl for 18 karat gold and Frenc...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910 Edwardian Austrian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Rose Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an exquisite Edwardian pendant crafted in glowing 14K yellow gold that features a lovely rose motif framing an articulated pearl at the center. This pendant is elegant and cl...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swarovski Vintage 18K Gold Plated Crystal Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Swarovski Vintage 18K Gold Plated Crystal Pendant Necklace is a glamorous piece from the 1980s that combines elegance with the brilliance of Swarovski rhinestones. This chain nec...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 22 Karat British Coins Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ancient 18 karat yellow gold pendant mounted with antique british coin in 22 karat yellow gold Coins are in 22 karat gold Pendant total wei...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

14K Gold 1960s Star of David Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the timeless beauty of this 14K Gold 1960s Star of David Pendant, a meaningful piece that captures tradition and elegance. Crafted from 14k yellow gold, this rectangular p...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

1970s Silver Hebrew Blessing Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Silver Hebrew Blessing Necklace, a beautiful vintage piece that combines luxury with spiritual significance. This necklace is crafted from high-quality silver 9...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Mughal Enamelled Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding heart shaped locket produced during the Mughal era. Mughal jewellery is notorious for exotic designs with birds, flowers and paisley being the most common...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds White Gold Art Deco Pendant Handcrafted
Located in Milano, IT
Lovely 18 karat white gold Art Deco pendant with 1 central natural rose cut diamond 0.05 cw circa and 22 natural rose cut diamonds 0.30 ctw circa. The size is 40x13 mm / 1.574x0.511 ...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the charm and craftsmanship of the 1960s with this Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace. This stunning bolo-style necklace features a black chord that highlights...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Art Nouveau Necklace With Drop-shaped Pendant, Gold & Diamonds, Vienna, Ca 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Delicate necklace with drop-shaped pendant, openwork with star-shaped branching, chased on the surface, attached rose-cut diamonds in various sizes frame the pendant, individual diam...
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Native American Silver Turquoise Bolo Necklace, a captivating piece that showcases the rich tradition and craftsmanship of Native American artisans. This stunni...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

18k solid gold Fish pendant - Venetian Etruscan - 1960's - Cute Italian charm
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this vintage fish charm crafted in 18 ct yellow gold. This lovely charm is hallmarked with a 750 mark and an Italian hallmark from before 1970. It is well detailled and s...
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Late 20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long and Flexible Vintage Artisan Crafted Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique artisan imagined, vintage pendant is crafted in 18k gold. It is set with 29 natural turquoise cabochons, and topped with a wishbone shaped finial, set with 30 brilliant c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

A Gold Watch Fob Chain With Large Crystal Figa Hand
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of 9 carat yellow gold fancy links and an crystal hand realistically modelled with the thumb between the first two fingers surmounted by a gold cap embellished with cabochon...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Saguaro Traders Turquoise Sea Shell Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Antique Saguaro Traders Turquoise Sea Shell Silver Pendant Necklace, a stunning Native American masterpiece that embodies the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional ...
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1940s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

1960s Silver Amber Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1960s Silver Amber Pendant Necklace, a captivating vintage piece that exudes luxury and elegance. This beautiful necklace features a vintage silver chain that support...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Silver

CARTIER 18k Yellow Gold 1/2 Oz Ingot Charm Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 1/2 Oz Ingot Charm Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer charm pendant. Truly a great pie...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this XL Estate mother Mary charm. This royal charm depicts a lovely virgin Mary. A raised bust of the Veiled Virgin Mary in a satin finish steals the show in front of the...
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1960s Belgian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k solid gold panther pendant - Vintage tiger charm - statement cat jewellery
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 1980's leopard face pendant. This wonderful treasure is made in 18k yellow gold and decorated with black enamel spots. This cute leopard have small ruby ey...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Large Heavy Vintage Aries the Ram Zodiac Pendant, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
A large vintage Aries zodiac pendant by Tiffany & Co, circa 1970s, the circular disc pendant measuring 1.7” in diameter and formed of 18ct gold with a textured finish, on one side it depicts the head and shoulders of a ram in high relief, the reverse also with textured finish and featuring a stylised version of the zodiac sign for Aries, suspended from a circular bale. These vintage zodiac pendants...
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Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cross Diamonds Aquamarine 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
The beauty of tradition and the richness of detail converge in this splendid cross pendant from the 1900s. Crafted in 9-karat yellow gold and 800-millesimal silver, this cross is a t...
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Vintage 18 k Italian zodiac pendant - Leo charm - solid yellow gold - Star sign
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this vintage charm depicting a Leo, the fifth astrological sign in the zodiac. This Constellation Star Sign Pendant is associated with the birth dates between 22 July and...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Edwardian-Early Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This unique antique diamond filigree necklace carries the heritage of two eras. The late Edwardian period gives way to the Art Deco as exemplified by the Greek key openwork design. C...
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20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Mid-Century Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Opening Envelope Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized envelope with a striated textured surface One side features a blank stamp, and the other a hinged flap Accented by a bezel set round cut sapphire "seal" Weigh...
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1950s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Green Jade Pendant Amethyst Baroque Pearls Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Plain Amethyst spheres of 16 mm, Engraved Amethyst spheres of 12 mm, Faceted and Engraved Quartz beads, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a Vintage Green...
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14.00 Carat Oval Citrine Pearl Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1900's large citrine and pearl pendant necklace. Beautiful 14.00ct oval citrine set in a 14k yellow gold setting with a halo of 52 white/crème cultured pearls. This turn of the century, spectacular natural golden yellow oval citrine is accented with a double row of half drilled cultured pearls, in a handmade pendant setting...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Zolotas Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace and Earrings
Located in Torino, IT
Sculptural, bold demi-parure crafted in Yellow Gold and Silver by Greek design house Zolotas in the 1980s. The chunky necklace features a double-stranded design with Silver spheres...
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1980s Greek Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Circa 1900s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 1 ct. Totally is main old cut diamond 0.30 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique 1-2...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Petite Triple Diamond Stationary Pendant 0.38 Carats Trio 14K White Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This is a sweetly petite and gorgeous trio of diamonds set to sparkle at your neck. This beautiful necklace is made with bright and sturdy 14 karat gold and excellent quality diamond...
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Late 20th Century American Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnesite, Diamonds, Sapphires, 14 Kt White Gold Fly Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Butterfly Necklace 9ct Gold (rose & white) Circa 1990’s Pretty, vintage, butterfly pendant necklace. The top half of the wings a...
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Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Coral Onyx Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This 14-karat yellow gold pendant is a stunning display of classical elegance and contemporary finesse. It features a beautifully carved coral woman's face, a traditional cameo that ...
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Dragon Figural Pendant with Diamond
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 18 karat yellow gold dragon pendant is a masterpiece of the Art Nouveau period, renowned for its intricate design and enchanting historical significance. The pendant exhibits a ...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cameo Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted with a passion for tradition and a keen eye for detail, this enchanting pendant is a testament to the timeless beauty of hand-carved craftsmanship. The pendant features a str...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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