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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Pearl
Gemstone: Natural Pearl
Luise Pearl Yellow Gold Flower Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Pearl Brooch/Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond South Sea Pearl Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and pearl pendant features 2 lustrous South Sea pearl of 14-16mm dimension from the waters of Northwestern Australia. The pearls are untreated and their natural color and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Pearl Wisteria Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Composed of freshwater pearls with silver and rose tones, highlighted by rose-cut diamonds, this Art Nouveau gold pendant necklace da...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow...

Coral Cameo South Sea Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - unique piece. Necklace in 18 carat yellow gold. This splendid and original yellow gold necklace is composed of a double belcher chain interspersed by golden beads. This gold beaded chain holds a coral cameo with a smirking Bacchus figure with a suspended south sea pearl. It has a hook clasp. Cameo: Width at widest: 2.5 cm, height at the top: 3.2 cm, thickness in the thick: 1.5 cm. Pead diameter: 1,33 cm. Total length of the necklace: 45.1 cm, width of the chain to the wider: 3.5 mm. Total weight : about 21.2 g. Modern necklace in the spirit of Empire jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Australian Pearl, Coral Ring, White Gold Brooch/Pendant Necklac
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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Classic brooch / pendant necklace in 14K white gold, composed of 9.99 ct of australian pearl in center...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a golden pearl of 14mm diameter suspending 5 orange briolette sapphires. It hangs from a hook set with diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, White ...

Ella Gafter Black Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This pearl pendant necklace features a Tahitian pearl of 13.5mm diameter suspending 5 orange briolette sapphires. It hangs by a hook set with diamonds to a 17” 18 carat white gold ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold...

Retro Rose Gold and Baroque Pearl Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Carved Oval Jadeite Jade Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 1900's Natural Jadeite Jade carved oval pendant necklace with no enhancements. AGL certified mottled green with a halo of natural pearls. Handmade frame. 14k yellow gold 17 in...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This pearl pendant necklace features a South Sea pearl of approximately 14mm X 12.5 size. The pearl is untreated. It displays a lovely nacre and delicate golden hues. Its natural col...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Go...

1980's Craiger Drake 11.00 Carat Diamonds Pearl Gold Flower Brooch Pin
By Craiger Drake
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite piece from Craiger Drake designer is finely crafted in solid 18K white gold. It is centered with a genuine black South Sea Pearl, approx. 14mm in diameter and is accen...
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Pearl Onyx White Stone Diamond Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Platinum Triangular Plate Pendant Necklace
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Glamor rock Platinum triangular plate necklace/ pendant with a perfectly round Tahitian Pearl measured 8.5 ...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Platinum

1.40 g Pearls, 0.55 ct Diamonds, 0.04 Ruby Fish Shape Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

South Sea White Baroque Silver Overtone Pearl & Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold South Sea Baroque Pendant 15 + mm Total Diamond Weight: 0.89 Cts. The Pearl is white with a silver overtone. Natural blemishes on the pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 18k yellow gold vivid cobalt blue enamel center pendant with natural pearl halo and crown center. Hand made in 14k yellow gold with a spri...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Large Organic Fresh Water Pearl Pendant in Hammered Gold and Oxidized Chain
Located in Berkeley, CA
This organic shaped fresh water pearl glows in whites, pinks, and corals and is set in a beautiful hammered 14K yellow gold bezel. Hangs from a 32 inch oxidized sterling silver chain...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Modern Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant and chain in 18 carat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Featuring an oriental cultured white rose pear shaped pearl, suspended from a column of 5 claw set brilliant cut diamo...
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, ...

1980s Multi-Gem Gold Flower Basket Lapel Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
The basket is filled with a colorful bouquet of moving flowers, enriched with three genuine lustrous white south sea genuine pearl measuring approx. 14-12mm in diameter. It is enri...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Citrine, Blue Sapphir...

Edwardian South Sea Baroque Pearl Pave Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Edwardian Pearl and diamond open work pendant necklace. Platinum filigree pave set diamonds. Iridescent silvery South Sea semi-precious baroque pearl with rolling tints of both green...
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Early 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Iridesse Pearl Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Metal 14k White Gold Diamond Details Approx. 0.50ctw round brilliant diamonds, diamonds are G-H in color and VS in clarity. Gemstone Details One pearl approximately 11.7mm in diamet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Fancy Diamond, Diamond, Gray and White Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Elegant Spiral Fresh Water Pearl Moonstone Gold Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
This hand made pendant from the San Francisco Bay Area is adorned with 3 fresh water pearls and a moonstone. There are so many different textures and styles to this unique one of a k...
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1990s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Moonstone, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx, Ebony Angel, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Pearls, Rose White Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Lagos Citrine Diamond Gold Pendant attached to Cultured Pearls
Located in Chicago, IL
Spectacular Steven Lagos 18K yellow gold diamond ( 18 round diamonds weighing approximately .72cts, FG color, VS clarity) faceted citrine ( 14mm by 10mm) an...
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold

Sunset Pink and Peach Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
This pendant looks as if it's a gift from the setting sun. The soft peach and light pink pearls glow against the hand made detail work of the stunnin...
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1990s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Enamel Rose Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 1880-1890 pearl rose gold tassel pendant necklace. Handmade rose gold chain. The center pendant at one point in its life had a spot for a ch...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Enamel

Diamond Pearl Tassel Victorian Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade turn of the century 1900’s diamond and pearl pendant necklace. Pierced top with wagon wheel and flower open work design accented with 6 Old European cut diamonds and a multi...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold and Pearl Peter Bram Necklace 16 - 19 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful elegant necklace. You can dress it up or down. It has 14k Gold curved spacers in between the pearls which makes this necklace special. Each 5.5m is flanked by a s...
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl Necklace with Jade and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful cultured pearl necklace. This vintage piece features a single strand of individually knotted rounded cultured pearls. Each stone used is perfectly matched in...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Na Hoku Sun Yellow Mother of Pearl and Diamond Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: Na Hoku Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 17 Diamond Carat Weight: 0.10 carats Chain Length: 17" Total Weight: 1.6 Grams Pendant Diameter: 0.60" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pansy Necklace Yellow Enamel Pearl 14k Gold Flower Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Art Nouveau pansy necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1900s to 1910s). One small 1.5mm natural pearl is set into the mount. The beautifully enam...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Bespoke Pearl & Diamond Pendant and Chain 0.24ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Pearl And Diamond Pendant And Chain. South Sea cultured pearl is set in 18ct Yellow Gold with 21 round brilliant cut diamonds. Suspended on an 18ct Yellow gold 46cm oval link neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

René Lalique Plique-à-jour Enamel and Natural Pearl Breton Lion and Seaweed Pend
Located in New York, NY
Likely created circa 1903-1907, this plique-à-jour enamel and natural pearl pendant brooch with chain by René Lalique is set in 18K gold. The modified triangular form, composed of ch...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Poseidon Ancient Roman Intaglio Pendant 24K Gold Mother of Pearl 0.03ct Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Roman Intaglio Pendant, Poseidon - 24kt Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl with 0.03ct Diamonds & Silver Ancient Roman Intaglio Pendant - 24k...
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Ster...

Edwardian Peridot and Pearl Pendant Necklace 15 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian peridot and pearl pendant necklace in 15 karat yellow gold. This sweet pendant is set to its centre with a seed pearl of 3mm within a 15 karat yellow gold circular fram...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pearl and Enamel Shell Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold pendant which has been crafted into the shape of an open shell. Fantastic bold blue enamel has been expertly applied on the reverse side whilst the sh...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous amethyst and pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant showcases an expertly crafted heart shaped amethyst possessing a stunning purple colour tone. Th...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Peridot and Pearl drop pendant, 9k gold, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique peridot and pearl floral pendant is so pretty and elegant. This pendant has a circular design top with scrolling gold arches atop and the most beautiful Perid...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold

Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Lily Of The Valley Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Art Nouveau pendant depicting a lily of the valley. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features seed pearls. Circa 1900. Weight: 2.26g Size: 5.8x2.3cm ——— If you hav...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Antique 15k gold Turquoise and Pearl locket, Forget me Not flowers, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This Antique gold locket is an absolute favourite here at StolenAttic, beautiful and unusual it is a wonderful find. The locket is crafted in rich buttery 15ct gold with a bloomed g...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming locket necklace. This antique locket has been crafted from a rich 20ct yellow gold into the shape of a love heart. The body has then been set with wonderful a...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl pendant necklace. This pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a love heart. The piece has then been expertly set with a ...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with an array...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with a sin...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted 15ct yellow gold pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant takes on the shape of a love heart which plays host to...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Locket Pendant Pearl Mesh
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial 88 gilt silver and enamel egg. This exquisite piece showcases a relief image of the cobalt mesh with natural...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Citrine and pearl halo pendant, 15k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This wonderful little antique citrine and pearl pendant is such a warm and elegant piece. The rich cognac glow of the antique citrine gives lovely w...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Aquamarine, Emerald, Diamond and Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
A stunning jewel in platinum – an abstract gemstone pendant showcasing a central 4.39ct rectangle-cut aquamarine, resonating with the tranquillity of ocean depths. Accompanying the a...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pearl Shortener #15722
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 10 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pearl Shortener- Change the look/length of your pearl necklace with this elegant pearl shortener. Accented with seven round brilliant cut d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Amethyst & Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Pretty, Edwardian Round Pendant. Set with a Faceted Amethyst Centre & Four Seed Pearl Points. Beautifully Detailed Yellow Go...
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Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

New Galatea Morning Glory Cultured Pearl Citrine Pendant Necklace 14k Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
This beautiful set has a pearl pendant displayed on a yellow gold cable chain. One side of the pearl is carved with a morning glory flower design accented by a sapphire centerpiece. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

French Lucky Shamrock Four Leaf Clover 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a four-leaf clover or lucky shamrock with finely detailed naturalistic leaves, within a circular frame outlined by 36 na...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant Necklace Featuring 8 Round Cultured Pearls. 18 Inch Rope Chain with Lobster Clasp. Finished Weight is 8.0 Grams.
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Peridot and seed pearl pendant, 9k gold, Art Nouveau
Located in NEWARK, GB
The Art Nouveau era really opened up the world to some beautiful delicate jewels, like this beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Peridot and seed pearl pendant. The pendant has a larg...
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9.32 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 9.32 carat peridot and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace - boxed; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collections This stunning a...
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1890s Unknown Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Sardonyx Cameo Pendant & Moonstone, Hessonite & Petal Pearls Necklace - Sardinia
Located in Colleyville, TX
Elegant facet moonstone in colors ranging from white to peach and gray are intercepted with faceted hessonite garnet rondelles. The colors found in the necklace repeat the colors al...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Hessonite, Vermeil

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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