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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: 1920s
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Emerald Green Gripoix Oval Pendant Crystal Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light colour loss or scratches, barely noticeable. A unique piece. Signed at the back. Size: 36 cm. Extend chain: 2 cm. Pendant: 2.5*1.8 cm...
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1980s German George III Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Diamond and 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch holds a total of approx 1.26carats of sparkling diamonds. The diamonds are set in platinum and the brooch is modelled in 18carat gold. Brooch length: 53mm Wei...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Diamonds, Pearls, Onyx, Turquoise, 18 Karat White Gold and Platinum Necklace
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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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Original Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Original vintage item about 40 years old. Total weight 16.1 grams. Total weight 0.40 ct rose cut diamond . Total weight 0.04 ct brilliant cut diamond. The di...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Buccellati Agate 18K Gold Zodiac Medallion Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a captivating Vintage Medallion pendant crafted by the esteemed Buccellati in 18K Italian yellow gold. This pendant features a gen...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Vintage Givenchy Link Chain with Dangling Drop Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Link Chain with Dangling Drop Necklace Circa 1980s. Toggle Closure gives a lot of options. Wear it long or wear it wrapped with the toggle in the front or in the ba...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Antique 14k Gold .69ct GIA Round Prong Diamond Solitaire Target Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Circular Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - E Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.69ct (exact - certified) *See Certification Details Below* Total Carat Weig...
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1920s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Amber Perfume Bottle Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Wokingham, England
In excellent condition. Signed at the rear. Signed on the back YSL, Made in France. Also can be wear as a pendant. Size: 3.0*2.7 cm. Weight: Approx. 23 g. _ _ _ Great for every...
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Salvador Dali Aphrodite Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Parfums Salvador Dali Aphrodite Pendant Necklace, created for the release of Salvador Dali's "Salvador Dali" perfume. The now-iconic pendant form was modeled after the nose and lips of the goddess Aphrodite as depicted in Dali's own 1981 painting "Apparition of the face of Aphrodite of Knidos” in gilt bronze metal, signed Dali. Salvador Dali Pendant...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Rubies Beads Pendant Gold Platinum, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Pendant Rubies Beads Gold Platinum. Created around 1920. Platinum Pendant with Rubies beads. The pendant consists of a Platinum dome with 30 separate and independent Rubies threads....
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1920s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Antique Deco Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
An antique deco piece with endless beauty, a color play with elegance between the sky blue color Aquamarine & the black from the Onyx gemstones. this piece is formed by 2 mm cream...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.6 grams. Totally about 1 ct diamond. The diamond has vvs-vs clarity and G-H color. Totally about 1.40 ct sapphire. Totally chain is lenght ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond And Ruby Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.4 grams. Totally is diamond about 1.20 ct. The diamond has vs-s1-s2 clarity and G-H color. Totally is ruby about 0.40 ct. Totally is chain l...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Diamond Black Crystals Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Green Diamond Black Enamel Whole Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light colour loss or scrat...
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1980s German High Victorian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Sasportas 1925 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant 18Kt Diamonds Lapis and Malachite
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful Buddha pendant designed by Sasportas. A beautiful and fabulous antique pendant from the French Art-Deco period, circa 1925. Designed with very symbolic thought that shows the figure of Buddha...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Vintage Chanel Sunburst Interlocking CC Medallion Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An utterly iconic Vintage Chanel Sunburst Necklace. Crafted in gold plated metal. In very good vintage condition. Signed. Approx. 59.5cms...
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1980s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Sapphire Crystal Octagon Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. Crafted from gold plated brass with a snake chain, this necklace from Christian Dior is adorned with a sapph...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1980s Chanel Chain 31 Rue Cambon, Paris Medallion Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Chanel gold tone metal single strand chainlink necklace with a medallion pendant measuring 1.5" in diameter. The medallion features an image of the 31 Rue Cambon, Paris storefr...
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1980s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Important 27.15 Carat Pear Emerald Necklace Set with Diamonds 24.87 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The pendant was made from 18K White Gold and set with Diamonds. The centerpiece is a Very Important Pear Emerald. It comes with an appraisal by GIA G.G. Pear Emerald = 27.15 Carat To...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Amethyst Purple Rectangle Crystals Chunky Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Materials: Gold Plated metal, Rhinestones, glass crystals. Fastening: Fold over clasp. Length: 30 cm. Ext...
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace with Old Mine Cut Diamond refers to a necklace that features an Art Deco-inspired pendant made of platinum and set with an old mine cut diamond. The pendant is suspended from a platinum chain and is designed to be worn around the neck. The Art Deco period was known for its geometric shapes and clean lines, and this pendant necklace reflects that aesthetic. Platinum is a highly valuable and durable metal that is often used in fine jewelry, and the pendant's design showcases the metal's beauty. Diamonds measure between 2.4 mm and 1.5mm weighing 0.25 carat Pendant measuring 1 3/4 inch in length x width 5/8 inch New platinum box chain...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Kenzo Paris Green Resin Cherry Blossom Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Kenzo Paris floral pendant necklace features a gilded metal turbogas chain ornate with a cherry blossom design floral pendant. The pendant rests on a gold metal frame. ...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage 1980s Necklace - 18 Carat Gold Plated Vintage Deadstock
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Bamboo Heart Necklace This vintage necklace features a delicate chain with a bamboo-shaped heart pendant. Made in the 1980s in the UK from high-quality 18 Carat gold plated metal. This necklace is a deadstock item, meaning it was made in the 1980s but remained unworn and packaged up until now. It is in mint condition and measures 17 inches in length. With its retro charm and versatile design, this necklace is the perfect fashion accessory for any occasion. All our pieces are guaranteed to arrive as described and gorgeously packaged with care. FOUND by Jagged Metal...
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1980s British Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria Blue rectangular step cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this Art Deco pendant necklace. The perfectly cut, lively and sparkly aquamarine has been measured t...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Aylin Aker 1980s 18k Yellow Gold Coral & Diamond Charm Necklace
By Aylin Aker
Located in Dallas, TX
From designer Aylin Aker, circa 1980s, 18 karat yellow gold coral and diamond charm necklace. This necklace is crafted with a coral stone accented by 48 round brilliant cut diamonds ...
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1980s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Moon Fan Crystals White Pearls Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss on back and clamp. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Materials: Gold Plated metal, rhinestones, Faux pear...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Bvlgari 'Alveare' 18k Gold and Stainless Steel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A collectible wide Bvlgari 'Alveare' necklace in 18k gold and stainless steel. Made in Italy, circa 1980.
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

18 karat yellow gold diamond heart pendant necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A very well-made classic Heart necklace featuring a pave diamond heart pendant on an intricate multi-link chain. The diamond weight of 0.46 carats is stamped on the pendant - the dia...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ribbed Amethyst Crystals Triangle Choker Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ribbed Amethyst Purple Diamond Crystals Triangle Pendant Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Rare to find. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr....
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1980s Three Wise Monkeys Pyramid Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This 14 karat yellow gold Three Wise Monkeys pendant necklace is perfect for making a statement. With its pyramid design, the famous adage "See no evil, hear no evil, s...
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1980s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Large Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Pendant with Matching Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large faceted electric blue topaz mounted in a 14k yellow gold Greek key design frame and bale. The blue topaz without the mounting is approximately 1.37" or 35.2 mm long by 1.03" or...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1980s Green Tourmaline 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Tubogas Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a tubogas necklace centering an oval-shaped tourmaline cabochon Weighing approximately 17.29 carats - transparent light to medium green Set east to west in high polishe...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s 18K Gold Plated Blue Marble Pendent Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Embrace vintage charm with this 1980s 18K Gold-Plated Blue Marble Pendant Necklace. This classic gold-tone chain necklace showcases a bold circular pendant with a captivating red, wh...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

1980s Silver Cross Multi Stone Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 1980s silver plated cross pendent is going to become your next go to pendent necklace! A large silver cross pendent features a beautiful arrangement of pink, red, blue, and black stones on a silver tone chain. Style this layered with a Vivienne Westwood choker and your favorite silver Chanel handbag...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Natural UNTREATED GIA Omphacite "Imperial" Color Jade and Diamonds 18KY Pendant
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Omphacite Jade 18K Pendant of "Imperial" Color with Diamonds, circa 1980. A very fine and fabulous jewel from the last quoter of the twentieth century. This impressive...
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1980s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Oval Amethyst Yellow Gold Pendant with Matching Drop Earrings Set
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Large faceted gorgeous purple oval amethyst mounted in a 14k yellow gold bezel. The amethyst with out the mounting is approximately 1.95" or 42.66mm long by 1.29" or 32.93mm by 13.9...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Platinum .98ct GIA Round D/VS1 Diamond Solitaire Pendant & 18" Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Old Cut Fiery Diamond. Faces up as 1.15ct --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Circular Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - D Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.98ct (exact - certified) *See C...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamonds Heart Pendant 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.50 Carat Diamonds Heart Pendant 14k Gold. Astonishing design and diamond setting throughout this warm heart pendant. The diamonds are round brilliant cut and are set secure...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Nephrite Jade and 18 Carat Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The glossy Jade beads are beautiful broken up with smaller 9 carat gold beads in-between them. Length: 45cm Weight: 41.1g
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1980s British Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet Gemini Zodiac Pendant White Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Chaumet, Paris CIRCA: 1980’s MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 18.7 grams MEASUREMENTS: Diameter - 1 1/8" HALLMARKS: Chaumet, Paris, 870085 An 18k gold Chaumet Gemini Zodiac pendant...
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1980s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent rhinestone Heart hanging from a double black cord, 1980s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very nice heart in gold with a cord edge. A silver heart is attached to it, which is filled with differently cut rhinestones. A double black cord is attached to the back of the heart...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Long Bar Black Enamel Crystal Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
100% Genuine. Very excellent condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Length: 30 cm. Extend chain: 2 cm. Pendant: 7.5*1.2 cm. Weight: 37 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear....
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vtg GIVENCHY gold scarab glass cabochon pendant necklace designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned GIVENCHY • gold tone with glass cbochons • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 1.75" by 0.77" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minim...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

French 1925 Art Deco Enameled Mechanical Compact Pendant Box In Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A French guilloche enameled pill box. Beautiful French enamelled mechanical compact, created Paris during the art deco period, circa 1925. This beautiful box was carefully crafted w...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold

GIA Report Certified 189.21Ct Transparent Blue Aquamarine Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
GIA Report #: 6227536362 Shape: Cushion Cutting Style: Crown. Modified Brilliant Crown Cutting Style: Pavilion. Step Cut Transparency: Transparent Color: Greenish Blue Species: Natur...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold

24K Gold Plated Nugget Pendent Circa 1980s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step back in time to the glamour of the 1980s with our exquisite 24K Gold Plated Nugget Pendant. This classic nugget-style pendant boasts a luxurious 24K gold plating, a testament to...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Vintage Onyx, Jasper and Diamond 18k Gold Geometrical Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A chic and beautiful long necklace of geometrical design with octagonal shaped onyx, circular jasper, connected by 18k yellow gold and diamond links. Made in Italy, circa 1980.
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Jasper, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Onyx and Marcasite Necklace or Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
An attractive necklace from the Art Deco Era shows the geometry typical of the period. It was made in Germany by a jewelry named Wachenheimer. The Necklace can be worn as a brooch an...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 2.15 Ct Diamond Large Unisex Platinum Cross
Located in Napoli, IT
Marvellous Art Deco Diamond cross, hand created by a master workmanship of solid Platinum, 1920 ca. Suitable for either sex Large and amazing art wo...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels CIRCA: 1980 MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold GEMSTONE: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond GEMSTONE 2: Emerald WEIGHT: 7.7 grams MEASUREMENTS: 3/4" x 5/8" HALLMARKS: ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond

Wire Choker Necklace with Cross Pendant 14k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 14 grams Measurement: Pendant - 1 3/4" x 1 1/16" Chocker - 12 1/2" Hallmarks: 14K A two-pieces jewelry set which consists of the 14k gold wire choker necklace...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

MAUBOUSSIN PARIS 18k Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl & Sapphire Omega Bracelet 1980
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mauboussin Paris 18k Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl & Sapphire Omega Bracelet Vintage Circa 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and...
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1980s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Red Coral Tutti Frutti Necklace Solid 9 KT Rose Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Coral Art Antique 1920 ca, artistry made Tutti Frutti Coral full necklace A centre wide panel of Tutti Frutti of attractive red Coral is set in the middle, this is entirely hand work...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

CHANEL double necklace with green Gripoix glass flower pendant, pearls, 1991'
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Chanel rare and collectible double strand necklace with a green center pendant from the House of Gripoix . Double strand with faux pearl and between oval green Gripoix. Measurement ...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

1980s Donna Karan Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
From Donna Karan designer collection in 1980's (not DKNY). Huge embossed gold tone pendant on leather cord. Stamped and copyright DKCo. Approximately 26" long. Flora Kung Lind sil...
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1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Chopard Happy Diamonds Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Diamond Necklace by Chopard. With 39 brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight 1.80 ct Details: L...
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1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noti...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1980 14K Yellow Gold Door Pendant Locket with Trumpet Inside
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1980 Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.8 grams Diamond Details: Measurement: 1/2 inch long Condition: Excellent Price: $450 Pay...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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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