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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: Early 2000s
Period: 18th Century
Dior Silvery Metal Short Bow Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal short necklace ornamented with rhinestones. Jewelry designed under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Additional information: Condition: ...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

GIA Emerald Platinum 18K Pendant Diamond Certified Victorian Huge AAA 5.26 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents VINTAGE LUXURY. HUGE GIA CERTIFIED 5.26 CARAT GREEN EMERALD AND DIAMOND PLATINUM NECKLACE & BOX! RARE LUXURIOUS ANTIQUE PLATINUM & 18K COVERED IN ...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Irina Volkonskii Very Long Doll Necklace from 2000s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Ultra Rare Irina Volkonskii for Paul Smith London, Very Long Pendant Necklace, made of Blue, White, Red, Black pearls with a Large Geisha Doll Pendant ad...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Dublin, IE
A colourful 10X9mm Step cut Emerald (4.28ct) sets off this pendant. The Emerald is surrounded by 20 Diamonds (.64ct). The total size of the pendant is 15X15mm and handmade 18K white...
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Early 2000s Irish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Chanel Silvery Metal Necklace with a Swarovski Rhinestone Pendant, Fall 2003
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal necklace with a Swarovski rhinestone pendant. Fall-Winter 2003 Collection. Additional information: Condition:Very good condition Dimensions: ...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Diamond Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold and 10.3 Carats of Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18-carat white gold necklace composed of a line of 121 round brilliant-cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 0.1 carat each. Each diamond is set with 3 prongs. Total weight of 121 dia...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Faux Pearls Necklace with Cross Pendant
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Necklace made of three rows of baroque faux-pearls hanging a cross-shaped pendant paved with coloured cabochons. Fall-Winter 2001 collection. Additional info...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Vintage Gold CC Hook and Eye Large Pendant
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Hook and Eye Large Pendant *Marked 03 *Made in Italy -It is approximately 2.25" x 1.5". -Very classic and unique -It is a pendant and it needs a chain. -In a...
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Necklace in 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Yellow Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
18 kt white gold and diamond pendant comprising 3 main Fancy yellow color diamonds held by Two 18 karat white gold chains, paved with 12 bezel set diamonds for a weight of 0.26 carat...
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Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Chanel Light Gold CC Pastel Crystal Medium Pendant Necklace
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold CC Pastel Crystal Medium Pendant Necklace * Marked 06 * Made in Italy -The pendant is approximately 1.25″ x 1″. -The chain is app...
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Topaz and Diamond Heart Pendant, 5.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A topaz and diamond heart pendant, central heart shaped orange topaz weighing an estimated 9.00ct, with a three row border of round brilliant cut diamonds and three baguette cut diam...
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Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

White Gold 18 Kt. Necklace with a Brilliant Fish 1, 18 Carats Pendant
Located in BARI, IT
White gold necklace with small fish pendant entirely made with 1.18 ct brilliants pavé. The fish seems like it has been taken at the amp. Its little eye is ...
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

David Yurman Oval Chalcedony Pendant with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
DAVID YURMAN OVAL CHALCEDONY PENDANT WITH DIAMONDS. -Mint condition -Sterling silver -Chalcedony dimension: 20x24mm -Chain is not included *Comes ...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Sterling Silver

George III Blue Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Georgian lozenge-shaped pendant, to the centre a rose-cut diamond-set interlocking double-heart mounted in silver, applied on blue enamel background surrounded by white enamel bord...
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel

1.35 Carat Natural Sapphire 0.08 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Flower Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:12.6 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:1.35 CT Blue Sapphire and 0.08 CT G VS2 Diamonds Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 4.5 G...
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Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Effy White Black Green Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Charm
By Effy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Pendant Height: 46 mm Weight: 26 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Hallmarks: EFFY 14K Total Weight: 4.5 Gram Condition: Pre Owned Stone Type: 0.95 CT Diamonds
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Abstract Garnet and Diamond Platinum Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This lovely hand made necklace features an abstract loop platinum pendant, set with a pear shaped and an oval dark red garnet, coming to a combined approximate weight of 5.16 carats ...
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Early 2000s English Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Platinum

Vintage Estate 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautifully designed diamond drop pendant with dazzling square-cut diamonds. Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 4.4 Grams Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.75 ct Diamond Color: H Dia...
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Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

1.60 Carat Round Diamond Plaque Pendant in White Gold with Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Diamond Plaque Pendant w/ Unique Chain Plaque Features Invisible-Set Princess-Cut Diamonds Interrupted by a Zig-Zag Dimensions...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

0.15 Carat Round Diamond Cross Pendant in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Matte 14k White Gold Cross Features 6 Flush-set round diamonds TDW = 0.15 ct 30 mm long 19 mm wide Total Mass = 3.2 grams Gorgeous gift!
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Fabergé Egg Pendant Blue Opalescent Enamel 18k Yellow Gold 2 Diamonds Rocaille
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé egg pendant, limted edition, 18k yellow gold, translucent opalescent light blue, 2 brilliant cut diamonds 0.02 ct G VS Reference: F1793/...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé Egg Pendant Necklace Blue Opalescent Enamel 18k Yellow Gold 2 Diamonds
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé egg pendant necklace, limited edition, 18k yellow gold, translucent opalescent blue, 2 brilliant cut diamonds 0.02 ct G VS, 45 cm Referen...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé Heart Pendant Pink Enamel with 4 Paillons 18k Yellow Gold 1 Brilliant
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé heart pendant, 18k yellow gold, pink translucent enamel with four so-called paillons, 1 brilliant cut diamond 0.015 ct G VS Reference: ...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé Heart Pendant Necklace Pink Enamel & Paillons 18k Yellow Gold 1 Diam.
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé heart pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, pink translucent enamel with four so-called paillons, 1 brilliant cut diamond 0.015 ct G VS, 45...
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Early 2000s German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Oval Blue Enamel Locket Pendant 10 Diamonds total 0, 12c
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k yellow gold guilloche enamel oval locket - Paraplui Collection - 10 diamonds total 0,12 ct G/IF, limited edition #14/300 with certificate of authenticity About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless designs and unrivalled expertise in historic craftsmanship. Lovers of the extraordinary appreciate the beauty of Victor Mayer's designs, which use extremely rare techniques such as genuine enamel or elaborate engravings. Since 1890, the company has stood for the finest jewellery Hand Made in Germany. It is an open secret that the most renowned brands, such as Fabergé, entrust the company with the production of their most exquisite collections. Reference: F2696/Y7/00/00/102 Brand: Fabergé Collection: Paraplui Collection Picture frames: place for two pictures Material: 18k yellow gold Vitreous enamel: light and dark blue Diamonds: 10 brilliant cut, total 0,120 ct Limit number: 14/300 About vitreuos enamel: The inimitably luminous colours are literally created "in the fire": layer by layer, enamel is carefully fired in at 800 degrees Celsius. During guilloching, the finest wave patterns are engraved into the gold, creating a unique depth effect. Vitreous means made of glass: the ancient technique is almost forgotten today and Victor Mayer is perhaps the last manufactory to master it at the highest level. For two decades (1989 to 2009) the renowned German jewellery firm VICTOR MAYER was authorised to create exquisite Fabergé jewels...
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Early 2000s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Modern Pearl and Diamond 14 Carat Gold Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch is set with a pearl which is complimented perfectly by the bright yellow 14ct gold. There is a delicate row of diamond points running along side the glossy gold...
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Early 2000s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Tiffany co paloma picasso luce necklace pendant
Located in New York, NY
Brand Tiffany & co Condition never worn Gender women Material sterling silver Metal purity 925 Length 17.7 width 10.5 mm weight 1.6gr Comes with Tiffany & co original pouch
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Anatomical Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Anatomical Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace with velvet strap. Condition: Excellent
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

18 Karat Yellow Gold, .12 Carat Diamond and Enamel Baby Shoe Charm
Located in New York, NY
"The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" Crafted in Italy, This 18 karat yellow gold bootie shoe charm is designed with light blue enamel and pink/purple flowers. The shoe is further enha...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Open Double C Heart Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier open double C heart pendant set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace solely features the iconic double C heart motif and hangs from a fine yellow gold trace ...
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Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 18kt Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Seal Fob/Pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
This antique 18th-century Georgian seal fob/pendant, crafted from 18kt. yellow gold features a Carnelian intaglio depicting an armorial coat of arms. X- ray been tested for 18kt gold...
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Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Heart 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The marriage of classic elements creates versatility for this lovely pearl diamond heart charm pendant necklace. Perfect for special occasion outfits paired with your favorite earrings or great for a flirty glam look with a crisp white collar shirt...
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 17th/early 18th Century 18kt gold Stuart Crystal memorial locket
Located in Braintree, GB
This is an exquisite Stuart Crystal memorial locket from the 17th and early 18th century. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this mourning pendant features a rock crystal center adorned wi...
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18th Century European Antique Pendant Necklaces

18k White Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Key Style Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.9 grams. Totally is diamond 1.70 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 58 cm. Please contact for any qu...
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Early 2000s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Platinum Tiffany & Co Diamond Necklace Featuring 7 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds & 1 Baguette Cut Diamond of VS Clarity and F/G Color Totaling Approximately 0.50 Carats. 16 Inch Rolo/...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

White Gold, Diamond and Pearls Necklace
Located in BILBAO, ES
Necklace in white gold with 274 brilliant-cut Diamonds and two pendants in Tahiti and Australian Pearls 18k White Gold 274 Diamonds 2,23k 1 Tahiti Pearl 1 Australian Pearl
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Early 2000s Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

White Gold Necklace with Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubellite and Tourmaline
Located in BILBAO, ES
White Gold Necklace intertwined with txo rows of 110 brilliant-cut diamonds and 230 brilliant-cut pink sapphires, rubelite and tourmaline cabochon-cut pendants. 18k White Gold 110 D...
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Early 2000s Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, Sapphire, Tourmaline, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 alhambra shape pink opal stone: 15mm. This necklace comes with Van Cleef & Arpels certificate of auth...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, White Gold

2000s 18 Karat Diamonds Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finely crafted in 18k white gold with diamonds weighing approximately total of 2.00 carat. Circa 2000.
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Nathalie Jean 0.06 Carat Diamond Tourmaline Carnelian Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Pendant Necklace in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold, is devised as a game, a construct...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Nathalie Jean 0.1 Carat Diamond Tourmaline Gold Drop Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos drop pendant necklace, in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold, is devised as a game, a con...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Slide Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Indulge in the mesmerizing allure of our 14 karat white gold diamond slide pendant, an exquisite testament to sophistication and refinement. The triangular shaped pendant features th...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Nathalie Jean Diamond Tourmaline Pearl Carnelian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Pendant Necklace in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold, is devised as a game, a construct...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, Diamond, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, Rose...

Antique Necklace Eye of God solid 19K Gold / 26.6 gr
Located in SE
Antique,ca late 18th - early 19th century hand-made necklace, Egyptian revival styled or could be used for ceremonial or religious purposes. A linked chain with repeating floral pat...
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Late 18th Century European Egyptian Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Ruby Tourmaline Gold Pendant Drop Dangle Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Pendant in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold, is devised as a game, a construction or a ...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Pendant Drop Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Micro Pendant drop necklace is in 18 karat in rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold. It is part of the Microcosmos Series, devised as a game, a construction or ...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yell...

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra necklace is an embodiment of timeless elegance and the hallmark craftsmanship that the Maison is renowned for.
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Bvlgari Divas Dream Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Bvlgari Divas' Dream White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace is an embodiment of luxury, elegance, and the timeless beauty that Bvlgari is celebrated for worldwide. This masterpiece ...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Nathalie Jean 0.06 Carat Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Carnelian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Pendant Necklace in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold, is devised as a game, a construct...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow ...

Louis Vuitton Flower Diamond Pink Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Louis Vuitton Flower Pendant Necklace is an emblem of sophistication and vibrant elegance, meticulously crafted to stand as a testament to the brand's heritage of luxury and craf...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Natural Diamond And Princess Cut Ruby Decorated Amazing Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 16 grams. Totally is diamond 3 carat. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs. Totally is ruby about 6.20 carat. Totally lenght is chain 50 cm...
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Early 2000s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby

0.75ctw Pear Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace, 18K White Gold, Length 16.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
This exquisite 0.75ctw pear emerald diamond halo pendant necklace is made from 18K white gold and measures 16.25 inches in length. The pendant features a pear-shaped emerald stone su...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.85 CTW Demantoid Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of 1.0 mm cable link chain suspending a round domed pendant Pavé set throughout with round cut demantoid garnets Weighing approximately 2.85 carats total Transparent med...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond White Gold Solitaire Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.53 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire pendant; part of our modern and contemporary jewelry collection. This ...
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Early 2000s English Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Misani necklace with leather and white gold.
Located in BILBAO, ES
Differents decoratives in white gold. Pearl pendant with a brown brilliant, pear-cut amethyst, oval-cut blue topaz, heart-cut citrine, oval-cut garnet and two amber rings and two pea...
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Blue Top...

Modern 18 Carat White Gold and Diamond Encrusted Pendant Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The bright white diamonds are natural, clean stones. They total approx 10carats and this stylish necklace is modelled in 18 carat white gold. The necklace is completely encrusted wit...
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Early 2000s British Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Diamond Pendant 14K Yellow White Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
Elevate your style with our exquisite modern fashion pendant, crafted in luxurious 14k yellow and white gold and adorned with a total of 0.8 carats of dazzling diamonds. This captiva...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Antique European Pendant Dimeter Miniature Painting Silver Gold Paste /1.2gr
Located in SE
Antique Pendant with a miniature painting 16mm x 8 mm of the ancient Greek Goddess of harvest and fertility Demeter. The painting is concealed within a miniature frame made of gilt S...
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1780s French Greek Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Silver

Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.

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