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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
18k Gold Diamond Starfish Necklace Nautical Starfish Charm Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tiny Diamond Starfish Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Double Cluster Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 0.47 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold pendant featuring four round brilliants weighing 0.15 carats and 4 Rubies weighing 0.32 carats. Chain ha 3 loops: 16" 17" 18"
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Sunface and Feather Necklace/Brooch by Navajo Silversmith Nelson Morgan
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 1 3/4” x 4” sunface and feather is on a 19” solid and link chain. The feather has a Kingman turquoise stone. The sunface and feather can be removed to wear as a pin. About the...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Imperial Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Pendant with Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Item #8093 GIA Certified 18K Imperial Green Jadeite Jade Buddha Pendant with Diamonds Center stone set in a white metal pendant with numer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

BVLGARI B.zero1 Necklace in 18K White Gold 1.65 CTW
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI B.zero1 Pendant in 18K White Gold 1.65 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: U141165 Listing Title: BVLGARI B.zero1 Pendant in 18K White Gold 1.65 CTW Condition Description: Created in 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Aquamarine, Morganite and Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine 2.98 carats, Morganite 2.66 carats and Diamond 0.06 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.8 cm Length: 4.0cm Total Weight: 4.94...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

14k gold Leaf Pendant with emeralds
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold Leaf Pendant with emeralds. Pear emerald pendant. May birthstone pendant. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.3 g. Pendant size: 35 х 10.33 mm. ...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

1960s Baroque Style Gilded Metal Costume Jewelry Italian Necklace
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This necklace from the 1960s is a piece of costume jewelry with a bold, gold-tone design. It features a chain of round medallions with intricate details connected by smaller links. A...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Turquoise Seed Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Convertible Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This one-of-a-kind vintage necklace is a stunning combination of turquoise and pearls. The pendant is crafted from 14k yellow gold shaped in a stylized bow made from interlocking ova...
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1930s Victorian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Solid 18 Karat Gold 'Beans' Necklace
Located in Berkeley, CA
This iconic Elsa Peretti necklace is a beautiful halo around your neck. The 'beans' are solid gold and have a nice weight to them. You can wear it alone or layer with your other favo...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond with Yellow Sapphire Brooch/Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 1.28 carats with Yellow Sapphire 1.78 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.2 cm Length: 6.0 cm Total Weight: 9.59 grams ...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 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

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Pink Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K White Gold Pink Diamond Pendant Necklace Pink Diamond - 0.08 CT Diamonds - 0.22 CT Total Weight - 2.15 GM
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Diamond, White Gold

LB offers Vintage SS Enamel Marcasite Butterfly pendant Vintage Glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Pendant necklace. This one of a kind Butterfly centerpiece has inlaid Marcasite stones and multi colored enamel...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

LB offers Vintage Copper Faux Turquoise Pendant Vintage Venetian glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Vintage (50’s) Handmade Copper and Resin Turquoise pendant necklace. This piece is a perfect example of the Retro Western style made popular by...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Copper

Gilded Scroll Pendant Necklace With Double Chain By Crown Trifari, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - Longest chain measures 28" with second 20" tiered chain - Gold plated - 1.75" x 2" ornate scroll pendant...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace Gingko Leaves Opal Green Enamel Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine size pendant is decorated with gingko leaves in relief standing out against a green enamelled background. slides open to reveal a mirror. The reverse is marked 900 and impressed with a dragon fly, the Meyle &Mayer's company's signature. Meyle & Mayer was founded in Pforzheim in 1889 and produced strong and expressive Art...
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1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Silver, Enamel

French Aquarius Starsign Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oval medal with an matt recess depicting a person pouring water from a vase representing the zodiac star sign of Aqua...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Becker French Zodiac Leo Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac star-sign of Leo as the astrological symbol for the sign in polished gold on a matt gold convex recessed base, ...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Silver Necklace by Georg Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Astrid Fog for Georg Jensen Necklace JOY 126B , designed 1969. This necklace is made of silver and features a puffed, heart-shaped pendant with a smooth, highly polished surface. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very Rare to find these necklaces in yellow gold! Most were made in white and platinum. The yellow gold and black onyx combined with the masterful Art Deco Workmanship is truly somet...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

1.05tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Asscher Cut & Double Diamond Bezel Gold Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Captivate your eyes on this stunning, Colombian emerald and diamond pendant. The emerald has a full 1.0-carats of dark rare Muzo green color and excellent luster. Accenting the gorge...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Christian Lacroix Necklace Pendant Golden Carousel
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Lacroix pendant in gilded metal with the motif of an openwork carousel and a second pendant in the shape of a hollowed-out lozenge of a heart (so dear to Lacroix), mounted ...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Pink Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold with Pink Tourmaline
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Unique Silver & Gold Pink Opal Pendant. Has mostly Sterling Silver 925 some 18k Yellow gold addition ornaments Natural Pink Opal approx size 22 x 18 mm oval cabochon shape Na...
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Hexagonal Amethyst Diamond Lavaliere Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING HEXAGONAL FACETED AMETHYST AND DIAMOND LAVALIERE PENDANT WITH A GORGEOUS NATURAL FACETED AMETHYST ADORNED WITH A SPARKLING WHITE DIAMOND IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Estate 14k Yellow Gold Light Pink Morganite Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This captivating pendant showcases a stunning, triangular-cut Morganite at its heart, exuding a soft, luminous glow. Encircling the central stone is a delicate halo of shimmering acc...
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Morganite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co 1981 Elsa Peretti Abstract Pendant Buckle in.925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant-buckle designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. This is a gorgeous sculptural piece of jewelry, created by Elsa Peretti for the Tiffany Studios, back in the 19...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Dolce & Gabbana 1999 RunwayAccessory Silk Rosette Flower Cufflink Or Boutonniere
Located in Chicago, IL
Dolce & Gabbana featured silk-rose jewelry like this versatile pale-peach seven-inch-diameter accessory on many of the runway looks from the design-duo's Spring/Summer 2000 collection (see photo). The rose is a signature motif of this pair of Italian designers, while the Dolce & Gabbana brand tag is sewn to the back of this piece that was "Made in Italy" in 1999. The unusual "cufflink" hardware on the back of the faux rose enables it to be secured through a buttonhole or as a pendant for a necklace, neckerchief, or narrow belt...
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1990s Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

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

Sacred Medicine 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
The Sacred Medicine 18K Gold Necklace hides a spoon hidden inside a screw-top compartment. The necklace is part of the Thoscene collection. The coll...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

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

TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Amethyst Peridot Rainbow Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold Amethyst Peridot Rainbow Drop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K White Gold Chain: 16" long Drop: 2" long from the white gold ball to the bottom of the peridot...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, White Gold

Victorian Silver Albert Chain with T-Bar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This albert chain could be used as a classic albert or could be worn as a necklace with a drop t-bar. The chain fastens using two dog clips. Modelled in silver. Length: 17inches T...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

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

Gold Pendant Locket Box Link Chain Necklace Attrib. Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A chic and substantial '70s Modern 14-karat yellow gold round disc pendant engravable locket with modern 'starburst' design on a large box link...
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1970s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Photo Holder Heart Pendant 18 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Vintage Heart Photo Holder Pendant is a charming piece crafted from 18kt yellow gold, radiating warmth and timeless elegance. Shaped in a romantic heart design, it opens to reve...
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Mid-20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Navajo Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Navajo old pawn squash blossom. The turquoise is from the Cerrillos Mine in New Mexico. Stones on necklace in shadowbox setting and framed by silver feathers. The stones are an excep...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage gold silver coin designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold and silver tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 19" long, pendant is 2.5" by 2" CONDITION...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Yellow Gold Diamond Equestrian Stirrup Solitaire Pendant -14k Round .33ct Horses
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .33ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Clarity: SI2 Total Carats: .33ct Style: Solitaire Theme: Equestrian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Moon and Stars Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic pendant from the world renowned jewellery designer, Chopard. This charming piece has been crafted from a warm 18ct yellow gold and features a celestial design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Octagon Ruby Single Stone Pendant Necklace Gift for Christmas in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Octagon Ruby Single Stone Pendant Necklace Gift for Christmas in 14K Gold studded with octagon cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Gold Diamond Guilloche Purple Enamel Work Floral Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.03ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold All - Silver Bail - Platinum Insid...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

2.72ct Pear Emerald & Diamonds studded Pendant in Platinum 850
Located in Bangkok, TH
Presenting a dainty and stunning Emerald Pendant, that boasts a unique and enchanting vivid green hue that will instantly steal your heart. Prepare to be enthralled by the sheer ma...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

New Made 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Ballerina Lady Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.7 grams. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.08 ct. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.08 ct. The diamond is has H color and vvs-vs clarity. Total...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind, handmade,outstanding necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.It is comprised of hand carved wooden,animal,Chinese beads,vintage Bakelite ,hand carved soapstone barrel beads,Tibetan...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

0.25tcw 14K Natural Round Emerald Petite Unisex Gold Religious Cross Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A token of faith, a symbolic emerald cross. This petite pendant features numerous bluish-green emeralds, prong-set in a simple yet beautiful gold prong setting. Crafted in 14K gold, ...
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2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 7 Carat Colombian Emerald Pendant 16.6 Carats Diamond Necklace 18K
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the GIA Certificate All Gemstones are Natural GIA Certified Colombian Emerald = 7.07 Carat Cut: Pear 88 Diamonds = 16.63 Carats Cut: Baguette Metal: 18K White Gold Neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

IGI Certified 4.26ctw Fancy Intense Yellow Heart Diamond 14k Gold Pendant
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
FOR U.S. BUYERS NO VAT NO CUSTOMS FEES Adorn yourself with a truly captivating pendant featuring a magnificent 4.01-carat heart-shaped natural fancy intense yellow diamond as its ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Mondrian Sapphire Emerald Citrine Rectangle Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Unisex Arty Mondrian Gripoix Cabochon Sapphire Emerald Citrine Navy Blue Green Yellow Topaz Rectangle Cube Square Geometric Chunky Statement Bib Charm ...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

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

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

English Art Nouveau Peridot & Pearl Pendant in Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An elegant pendant necklace in 15k yellow gold. Featuring a quartet of antique cut peridot weighing 2.00 carats total weight. The peridot are a vibrant green, set within an intricate Art Nouveau leaf...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Whistle Locket With Surprise Inside and 1.13 TCW Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by a tiny vintage gold charm, Wendy's double-punning Virginia Woolf Whistle pendant pops open to reveal a little wolf with glittering diamond eyes. And if you want to be a w...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k 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

3.2ct Oval Natural Blue Sapphire Necklace
Located in Lanham, MD
3.2ct Oval Natural Blue Sapphire Platinum Silver Bezel Necklace Pendant, a radiant masterpiece measuring 13.9x12.9 mm. This pendant is a true embodiment of sophistication and grace, ...
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2010s African Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver

Denise Roberge 22k Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Textured & Bead Work Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 22k Solid Yellow Gold Total Weight: 28.93 Grams Diameter: 29.6mm (1.1") Height w/ Bail: 40mm (1.5") Thickness: 6.2mm Bail Measurements: 9.7x6.2mm (inside) Stamp: ©Denise R...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

TYPE IIA GIA Certified 8 Ct. Heart Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite 8 carat heart shape diamond pendant necklace set with an exceptional center stone! D color Flawless in clarity the necklace is accompained by gorgeous pear cut diamonds
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

LB offers Vintage Silver heart Vintage clip Vintage Bakelite ‘Amber ‘ necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a large Repousse Silver heart Pendant with a vintage silver and crystal dress clip. The large vintage Bakelite ‘ Amber’ faceted beads enhance the pend...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Vintage 18k Gold GIA Carved Lion Head 48ct Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Emerald - Carved Lion Head Shape - Green Color - 48.50ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** (8) Natural Genuine Diamon...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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