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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: Early 1900s
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Large Oval Pearl Crystals Tear Water Drop Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Light scratches, barely noticeable. Some light colour loss at back and clasp. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. It is around 50 years old. This is a very s...
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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Citrine Fob Seal, circa 1902
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
An impressive early Edwardian 18ct yellow gold citrine set fob seal dating from 1902. The original owner made the decision to keep the base blank which means the new owner still has the possibility to have a monogram or crest engraved. A nice detail is the hallmarks to this fob which date the fob from 1902 and the assay office of Chester, in North of England.   The design itself has a round hood at the top ideal for suspending from a chain or necklace. From there the applied wreath design and splayed, openwork panels meet the base which is ornately decorated in deeply chased foliate patterns. A wonderful antique fob seal...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970 Black Stallion Horse Pendant 14K Yellow Gold with Diamond Eye
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1970 Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.5 grams Diamond Details: Measurement: 1/2 inch long Condition: Excellent Price: $1000
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1970s Contemporary Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Hans Hansen Scandinavian Modernist Yellow Gold Necklace, 1970
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A 14ct gold openable rigid necklace with three articulated elements designed by Danish manufacture "Hans Hansen" in the 1970'. A fine example of Scandinavian modernist jewellery...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Gold Julius Caesar Charm or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
A left-facing portrait of Julius Caesar, rendered in a beautiful matte 14k gold. Caesar wears the crown of victory, and the profile sits atop an oval medallion with a crosshatched ba...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 3.58ct Ceylon Sapphire and 2.02ct Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.58 carat Ceylon blue sapphire and 2.02 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; an addition to our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique sapphire pendant...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Black Enamel Crystals Large Oval Gold Jewellery Set
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Black Enamel Crystals Large Oval Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Vintage and rare to find. Come with original box. A ver...
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1970s German Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Re-engineered Vintage Givenchy Whistle Keychain 1970s - 1979 Collection
Located in London, GB
Re-engineered Vintage Givenchy Whistle Keychain Necklace 1970s One for you old ravers, this Givenchy 'G' 1970s whistle pendant is a new addition to our re-engineered range of vintage jewellery. ⁠ ⁠ The 1979 'G' Givenchy whistle is a working whistle and a fave piece of mine. In fact, my very first piece of vintage jewellery that inspired Jagged Metal was a mint condition red version of this on the original snake chain which I will keep forever!⁠ ⁠ This one had been separated from its original chain and had been made into a keyring. So we added a chunky gold plated chain to give it some oomf.⁠ Givenchy are known for producing timelessly chic jewellery throughout the 70s and 80s which are now highly sought after and collectable. Founded by Hubert de Givenchy in 1952, Audrey Hepburn, was Givenchy's greatest muse and wore the label in some her most famous roles, including Breakfast at Tiffany's. By the 1970s, on the advice of Cristóbal Balenciaga, Givenchy arrived on New York’s Fifth Avenue in 1976, diversifying into accessories and shoes. 1977 -1981 was a heyday for Givenchy jewellery...
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Topaz, Diamonds, Tsavorite, Onyx, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Pendant 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

French 1900s 18 Karat Yellow Rose Gold Christ Surrounded by Angels Medal
Located in Poitiers, FR
Medal in 18 karat yellow gold and rose gold, horse head hallmark. This religious medal represents a biblical figure surrounded by 4 small angels. The yellow gold border is serrated. ...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings Rose Petal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Rose Petal Pendant Necklace by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. Details: Necklace Length: 23 3/4" Width: 2mm Weight: 14.5 grams Pendant: 30mm x 29mm Stampe...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.40 carat Diamond Bezel Set Ball Pendant Necklace 14 karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.40 Carat Diamond Bezel Set Ball Pendant Necklace 14k Gold. The diamond featured is a H/VS and is a natural. The ball design spreads throughout the entire necklace/pendant m...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique 1900s Enamel Art Nouveau Perfume Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 18k yellow gold pendant for perfume use in art nouveau style with colorful enamel on pendant sides with a total 18k gold weight of 12 grams and 4.5 lenght hall marked 750 gol...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

14K Rose Gold Silver and Amethyst Fob
Located in Venice, CA
This mixed-metal piece combines 14k rose gold and silver in the beautiful floral and foliate motif of an open work cone. A rose gold flower dangles in silhouette, surrounded by a frame of silver leaves. At the bottom is a deep purple amethyst, emerald cut and bezel set. When looked at head on, the structure of the cone can be seen through the amethyst, giving an infinity effect as the floral motif is reflected kaleidoscopically within the stone. The fob is circa the Arts and Crafts Movement of the early 1900’s. It is entirely handmade—each element hand sawn, assembled, and hand engraved. Because it is mixed-metal, it looks lovely on both gold and silver chains...
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Early 1900s Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Cartier Diamond Heart Clover Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Clover Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 6 Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity E color total weight approx. .06ct Details: Weight: 9.2 grams Clover...
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large statement piece from The Franklin Mint features the first recreation of great museum jewelry, the coronation scarab of the Pharaoh Tutankhame...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Russian Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k yellow gold pendant in art nouveau style with front flower decorted with sapphire and rose cut diamond pendant was made during the imperial russian era 1900/1907.c total ...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

Sterling Silver Necklace Sten&Laine Turku Finland Scandinavian Desing, 1975
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace Sten&Laine Turku Finland Scandinavian Desing The jewelry is unused The remains of an old goldsmith's shop. A big showy piece ...
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1970s Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Russian Imperial-era Two-color Gold Horseshoe Pendant, circa 1900
Located in St. Catharines, ON
From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, a rare Russian 14k gold pendant designed as a horseshoe for good luck, of two-toned gold, the body matte yellow gold, the details polished rose gold, with openwork sides typical of the time. With Russian stamps...
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Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Pierre Cardin Modernist Silvered and Yellow Resin Pendant Necklace, 1970s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Pierre Cardin Paris modernist 1970s necklace features an extra-long silverplate metal worked chain with a Mod pendant. The pendant has a geomet...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Antique Enamel Russian Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold russian locket pendant with enamel hand painted on front of a flower pendant was made during the imperial russian era 1907/1917.c hall ...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

1970s Mid Century Gold Plated Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
How stunning is this 1970 gold plated pendent?! Beautiful yellow gold plating comes together in an intricate mid century design to create this gorgeous and versatile pendent. You can never go wrong with a gold statement necklace! Play around with styling this and put it on a black chord...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Conch Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Conch pearl and diamond necklace. Set with an oval natural conch pearl, approximately 7.3 x 9.0 mm, suspended from five round old cut diamonds ...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Silver and Amethyst Quartz Pendant Made Year 1972
Located in Stockholm, SE
This pendant has an amethyst quartz with a cabochon, free formed cut. The setting and the bail is made of silver. The pendant is perfect for any social event as well as for the ever...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Silver

Southwestern Turquoise Pendant, Sterling Silver, Southwestern
Located in McLeansville, NC
This beautiful Southwestern Turquoise Pendant is handmade from sterling silver and features a stunning natural turquoise stone. The pendant meas...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace 1990s
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set a round faceted red ruby of an estimated 0.44 carats and round brilliant-cut D-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds we...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
100% Genuine. Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Some very light scratches, pendant on the left was light split, but has been repaired, barely noticeable. It is around 5...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Paco Rabanne Style Space Age Chrome Wire Necklace with Geometric Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning modernist Space Age long metal necklace with a geometric pendant from the 1970s, reminiscent of Paco Rabanne's work. The piece features a chromed metal rigid around-the-ne...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Pendant Brooch
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Antique Edwardian Circa 1900 Constructed of a combination of Platinum & 18 Karat Yellow Gold (Platinum with an 18KT underbase layer) Doubling as a Pin/Brooch or a Pendant with a 17" Antique Pearl...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

7.41 Ct Emerald, 6.94 Ct Ruby & 0.2 Ct Diamond studded Statement Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing an extraordinary and enchanting pendant that captures attention with its bold and elegant flower-like design—meet the Emerald and Ruby Pendant! Crafted with utmost care, ...
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1970s Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

Claude Gilli, Artist Jewellery, Silver Pendant
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large silver pendant depicting four pouring paint pots. Created around 1970' ; Marked : Gilli, artist stamp in a losange, French silver stamp Cl...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Vintage Mexican Round Tiger's Eye Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in McLeansville, NC
This bold vintage Mexican pendant features a beautiful round Tiger's Eye stone set in Sterling Silver. The unique stone has an eye-catching gol...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver

18ct Gold Virgin Mary Pendant Era, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Rare Vintage Era 1970s 18ct 750 Gold Religious Pendant Brutalist Design in good condition Stamped VI on Front - Egyptian stamp for 18ct Gold
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1970s Egyptian Artist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18k Gold Diamond Vintage Pirate Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute and fun vintage pendant made of 18k gold, features diamond. The pendant designed as a pirate figure wearing a hat. This vintage piece was meticulously crafted by using various goldsmith technics. The hat and part of the clothing is open-work. The face and body is hammered and casted. The pendant is full of amazing details. The hat's sides are pierced with the tiny flying birds figures. The eyes accented with round cut diamonds. This 18k gold pendant is equipped with a loop set on the reverse. About...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Carat Gold Entwined Snake Fob Pendant Seal, 1900
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Victorian 18ct yellow gold entwined snake fob pendant and carnelian seal. The fob pendant is crafted in gold with a pair of entwined snakes, and completed ...
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique La Belle Epoque Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Pendant Platinum Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese, circa 1900. This garland jewel of geometric, floral and...
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Early 1900s Portuguese Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Gold Russian Cross Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large russian 14k gold cross pendant with engraved detailed work on front written on the back spaci sokrani or save and protect cross was made in moscow during the imperial r...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Sterling Silver Palm Tree Necklace, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Vintage Sterling Silver Palm Tree Necklace Made in the 1970s, this super cute sterling silver pendant features two little palm trees set on a fine sterling silver chain. Keep the ho...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Square Onyx Pendant, Sterling Silver, Geometric Pendant, Mexican
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning square onyx pendant is made of sterling silver and measures 1.25 inches in size. Its geometric design makes it an eye-catching piece of jewelry. This pendant is a perfect example of Mexican silver jewelry...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

Stylized Art Nouveau Pendant
Located in London, GB
A stylised Art Nouveau pendant, depicting a lady in profile with floral decorations and an old-cut diamond set on the forehead, all with blue, red ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

1900s 18 Karat Rose Gold Bell Charm Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold. This gold pendant represents a bell decorated with grainetis. The clapper is mobile and the striking ball decorated with a grainetis. Pendant sold alon...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau opal and diamond pendant, the central oval-shaped cabochon-cut opal weighing approximately 5 carats, set within a cluster of old-cut di...
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver

Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire 18K Gold Necklace with Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this incredible 18 karat yellow gold pendant with a hinged large bale, and a 14kt yellow gold 24" Franco link chain, with a lobster claw clasp. The following is a b...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Knot Bow Crystals Heart Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. It is around 50 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery. Length: 36 cm. Extend chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 2.6*2.8 cm. Weight: 16 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends, Girlfriends, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and many more. With exquisite fine detail, these fashion jewellery are ideal for a glamorous look. Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit. Also don't forget to look through my other listings, I have so many more beautiful jewellery waiting for you. _ _ _ I am a freelancer more than 2 years. I love fashion, I believe jewellery play a very important role in this field. I am really addicted in it, so the related because my full time work. I am very versatile, chasing different kind of jewellery, not matter where they are come from vintage or contemporary. I collected many vintage jewellery. In the meantime, I am also a costume jewellery designer. I am a new 1stDibs seller...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Trianon 3 Strand Carnelian & Rock Crystal Bead Necklace & Cameo 14k Gold Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent estate carnelian and rock crystal bead 3 strand necklace that features an incredible cameo carved carnelian pendant...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Demantoid Russian Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold russian pendant in art novo style with old mind cut diamonds estimate weight of 1 carat decorted with natural green demantoid stones pendant ...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

1970s Labradorite Silver Gold Scarab Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Silver and gold pendant. Important oval shape pendant, it is set with a cabochon of labradorite engraved with a beetle pattern surrounded by a...
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1970s French Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Labradorite, Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold & Enamel Cross by Lacloche Freres
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold, Sapphire and White Enamel Cross by LaCloche Freres, Paris ca. 1900. Comes with a Yellow Gold 1.5mm Cable Link Chain 18"
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Early 1900s French Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Fred Paris Cancer Zodiac Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 careat yellow gold cancer zodiac pendant. The outlining of the pendant is decorated with small balls and bars and the bails is also decorated with stripes, signed FRED Paris. ...
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic antique necklace in 9 karat yellow gold handmade in 1900 by ancient Neapolitan jewelers, of Italian manufacture, mounted with beautiful stones in turquoise, green agate, am...
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Navajo Sterling Silver Turquoise & Brown Speckled Shell Squash Naja Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Sterling Silver Native American Squash Naja Necklace Accented with 8 brown shells qurrounded by turquoise pieces and squash blossoms (excluding centerpiece) Sterling silver bead dou...
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1970s American Native American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Shell Cameo White Gold Brooch Pendant Bows
Located in Wallkill, NY
Cameo set in 14K White gold, simply stunning! It has a stunning openwork white gold frame with bow details on all sides. Both a brooch and pendant. Measuring 1.82 inches top to bott...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Sterling Silver Necklace Sten&Laine Turku Finland Scandinavian Desing
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace Sten&Laine Turku Finland Scandinavian Desing The jewelry is unused The remains of an old goldsmith's shop. A big showy piece...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond Sautoir Necklace This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Necklace is a stunning vintage piece from the 1970s...
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1970s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Window Pendant, Sterling Silver, Cathedral Window Pendant
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning Rose Window Pendant is carefully crafted from sterling silver and measures 1 5/8 inches in diameter. With its intricate detail and beautiful design, this pendant is the...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold Menorah Shadowbox Pendant Gorgeous
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Menorah Shadowbox Penadant Features Open Wirework Menorah Design Placed over Mirror Finish Backing, Creating Dimensional Effect Diameter of Pendant = 24 mm Thickness of Pend...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Elizabeth Locke 18k Gold Carved Green Glass Intaglio W/ Pearl Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This unique and very well made brooch/pendant is designed by Elizabeth Locke and crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. It features intaglio carved green glass neatly bezel set at its cen...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 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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