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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1980s
Two-Tone 18K Yellow Gold Large Ancient Greek Coin Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This vintage Two-Tone 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
is designed as an ancient Greek Coin,
depicting Hercules -
Roman equivalent of the Greek divine hero Heracles
(who was famous for his...
Category
1990s Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-...
Category
20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade
5.50 Carat Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Aqua and diamond halo pendant necklace. 5.50ct natural untreated oval aqua surrounded by 18 round brilliant cut accent diamonds in 14k white gold. 18 inch chain.
1 oval cut ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
.35 Carat Diamond Synthetic Emerald Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930’s style Art Deco pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the engraved, pierced and filigree 14k white gold pendant which is set with 9 round European cut diamonds and accented by 2 green synthetic French cut emeralds. 7 tassels dangle below the pendant adding to the elegance of the piece. The 18 inch cable chain gathers about an inch above the pendant. This necklace features a unique synthesis of a synthetic emerald gemstone and a shimmering diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast, indictive of the era.
9 round diamonds approx. total weight .35cts
2 French cut synthetic emeralds...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera Retro 18kt Mixed Metals + Gemstone Earrings + Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic set from the Retro (ca1960s) era! This beautiful earring and pendant necklace set is created by Carrera y Carrera! Crafted in 18kt white and yellow gold, the earrings and...
Category
1960s Spanish Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Antique Russian O.F. Kurlukov Egg Enamel Pendant 56 Gold 14K Silver/3.89gr
By Karl Fabergé
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between years 1884 - 1916.
Body in Silver finished with fine translucent Guilloche Lavender toned Enamel and mounted o...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Small Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Miraculous Medal by Augis. The medal depicts the Virgin Mary standing on a globe above the date 1830, crushing a ser...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Imperial Russian I.Tarabrov Egg Pendant Sapphire 56 Gold Silver Enamel
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between the years 1898 - 1908.
Body in Silver finished with White Pearl Enamel and is embellished with an old diamond ...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Retro 18K Gold & Diamond Puffy Heart Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 'puffy' heart gold & diamond pendant.
In 18k yellow gold with both a brushed and high polish finish.
Pave set with 40 small round cut white diamonds.
(Cord for modeling on...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Locket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Locket. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carat, graded H color, I1 clarity. Accented by ten carre cut...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Avon of Belleville Rhodium Plated Faux-Hematite Pendant Necklace
Located in Easton, PA
1960s brushed silvertone with cabochon faux-hematite with small faux-hematite and clear rhinestone accents pendant necklace with fold over clasp. Marked "Avon" in cursive with invent...
Category
1960s Canadian Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Art Deco Cross, France
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, France. This French Deco cross is chic and elegantly geometric. Beautifully made in eighteen-karat yellow gold, it is in excellent condition.
Noted: The chain is ...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Monete 18K Rose Gold Ancient Coin Pendant Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
The Bvlgari Monete 18K Rose Gold Antique Coin Pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry. Made of 18K rose gold, it carries a significant weight of 46.5 grams, giving it a substantial ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Fraternal Order Of Eagles 1900 Carved Eagle Pendant With 10Kt Yellow Gold Mount
Located in Miami, FL
A pendant from the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Beautiful piece of historical America, from the Fraternal Order of Eagles, made around the 1900. It was carved in the shape of the Amer...
Category
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Lapis Persian Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Nugget Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 1970s brooch was inspired by a nugget-style motif and
crafted in 43.5 grams of 18K yellow gold.
This brooch pin contains 20 round vibrant brilliant cut diamond prong ...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Pearl & Enamel Pendant Necklace 15K Gold Art Nouveau c.1910
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this alluring antique Edwardian enamel pendant necklace made c.1910.
In spite of its modest proportions, this pendant does not shy away from presenting t...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
16" Vintage Gold Plated Palm Leaf Necklace With White Topaz Stone
Located in Amagansett, NY
Vintage 16" gold plated palm leaf motif pendant necklace with white topaz stone. This is the perfect layering piece! Palm lead motif measure approximately 7/8 x7/8 of an inch. The ch...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Topaz, Gold Plate
French Augis Virgin Mary Miraculous Medal 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Miraculous Medal by Augis. The medal depicts the Virgin Mary standing on a globe above the date 1830, crushing a ser...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
LB offers Tribal Horn Naja Pendant Tibetan brass orange Coral Wooden necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a handmade vintage Bone African Naja pendant with brass trim necklace.Large Tibetan Brass Repousse beads, faceted orange coral,
Tibetan Carnelian inlaid bead...
Category
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Carnelian, Brass
Antique Norwegian Blue Guilloche Enamel Pendant Necklace Locket - Marius Hammer
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique guilloché enamel pendant made by the prominent Norwegian maker Marius Hammer of Bergen...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Enamel
Gold October charm with aquamarine
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold charm with a clover four with aquamarine petals and a diamond heart with the text 'Octobre Affection', France circa 1910.
weight: 3.8 grams
dimensions: 2.4 x 2.0 cm
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Augis French Plus Qu’Hier Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold, diamond and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a line taken from the love poem written by Rosemonde Gerard to her husband (the author of Cyrano) in 1889.
This is a mid-century example of the tokens created by Alphonse Augis in 1907 in response to the poem, signed A.A. with a "crepe de chine" textured background and floral and laurel wreath border to indicate the triumph of love.
The word "plus" is symbolised by a plus sign...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Michael Horse Diamond Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Kachina Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT AND RARE KATSINA, KACHINA PENDANT BY THE RENOWNED YAQUI NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN ARTIST MICHAEL HORSE. THE RARE JEWEL IS 14 KARAT Y...
Category
20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Garnet Heart Necklace 'Puffy' Pendant - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this adorable antique Victorian silver-gilt heart pendant made c.1900.
Captivating and enchanting upon first glance, this pendant features a rich royal b...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Enamel
Diamonds White Gold Art Deco Pendant Handcrafted
Located in Milano, IT
Lovely 18 karat white gold Art Deco pendant with 1 central natural rose cut diamond 0.05 cw circa and 22 natural rose cut diamonds 0.30 ctw circa. The size is 40x13 mm / 1.574x0.511 ...
Category
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k White Gold Love Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier 18k White Gold Love Pendant. Crafted in 18 karat white gold signed Cartier, serial #D04297 with purity mark, weighing 3.10 grams. Circa 1990. The pendant is 1 inc...
Category
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Pink Tourmaline & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace - c.19
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Edwardian pink tourmaline and seed pearl pendant necklace set in 15ct made c.1910.
The goldwork is beautifully crafted with a natura...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, 15k Gold
Antique Edwardian Amethyst Seed Pearl 9K Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant necklace made c.1905.
The goldwork is beautifully crafted with a naturalistic art nouveau design of scr...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace Art Nouveau
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant/brooch necklace made c.1905.
The goldwork is simply wonderful on this particular piece: it is crafte...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold
Long and Flexible Vintage Artisan Crafted Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique artisan imagined, vintage pendant is crafted in 18k gold. It is set with 29 natural turquoise cabochons, and topped with a wishbone shaped finial, set with 30 brilliant c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
1980s Zolotas Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace and Earrings
By Zolotas
Located in Torino, IT
Sculptural, bold demi-parure crafted in Yellow Gold and Silver by Greek design house Zolotas in the 1980s. The chunky necklace features a double-stranded design with Silver spheres...
Category
1980s Greek Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
A Gold Watch Fob Chain With Large Crystal Figa Hand
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of 9 carat yellow gold fancy links and an crystal hand realistically modelled with the thumb between the first two fingers surmounted by a gold cap embellished with cabochon...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this XL Estate mother Mary charm. This royal charm depicts a lovely virgin Mary. A raised bust of the Veiled Virgin Mary in a satin finish steals the show in front of the...
Category
1960s Belgian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow English Gold Diamond Heart Locket
Located in New York, NY
Charming vintage 18k gold heart locket that opens with a pave diamond heart on the front of the locket, circa 1980. The locket has English hallm...
Category
1980s British Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a blue enamel frame surrounded by 64 natural seed pearls. Umarked but...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fine and Unusual Fancy cut Diamond Maltese Vintage Platinum Cross.
Located in Aspen, CO
Diamond maltese cross composed of 4 fancy tapered baguette cut diamonds and a small rectangular cut diamond. Resting on a platinum chain, this platinum maltese cross has an estimate...
Category
1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Massive Silver and Turquoise Studded Cuff, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century studded silver and turquoise cuff
A huge studded silver and turquoise cuff, made by Nepalese silversmiths in the second half of the 20th century. There are thirty-three...
Category
Late 20th Century Nepalese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Leaf Motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Nature Collection - Leaf Motif Diamond Necklace.
Approximate Diamond Weight - 62.00 CTS
18K Yellow Gold
Circa - 1962
French Assay Marks
Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
Category
1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Cut Diamond with Emerald and Sapphire Floral Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect with everyday wear, this charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant features brilliant-cut diamonds surrounded by emerald...
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Plated Elongated Box Chain Tassel Necklace circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Gold plated elongated box chain necklace, featuring a lovely six strand tassel. Measuring length 55.5 cm / 21.8 inches, with an extension of 6.5 cm...
Category
1980s English Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Diamond Pendant #16415
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Diamond Pendant
This stunning white pearl has been paired with a beautiful round brilliant cut diamond to make the most gorgeous pendant!
Approxima...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1993 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Short Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL short chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain adorned with a Byzantine styled coin charm. Spring ring closure. Stamped ...
Category
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Vintage Italian 18k & Sterling Silver Flli Menegatti Woven Necklace 17"
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous necklace! You can just see the quality and craftsmanship that went into making it. It is Stamped "Flli Menegatti 18K 925" near the clasp. It has 18k Yellow Gold "...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tibetan necklace made of silver, onyx and bone, 50s
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
The top part is made of black and white marble that is embedded in bronze, the bronze is gilded with mercury with gold, it is of great quality and truly exquisite!!
The measurement o...
Category
1940s Tibetan Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Silver
Lavender Jade Pendant: Wait Until You See the Other Side, Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This circa 1950s natural and untreated jadeite pendant is a showcase of lapidary skill and artistry. The pale violet and light green stone has been c...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Edwardian, Platinum, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Giardinetto Pendant, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
A beautiful platinum and multi-gem set giardinetto pendant c.1910, the pendant designed as a long tapering openwork basket with rope twist handle finely crafted in platinum and set t...
Category
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant on Cord
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
Bulgari captures a modern and easygoing glamour in this spectacular diamond pendant on black cord. The necklace features a detachable pendant drop composed of three graduated oval di...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace 18.5" #14735
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K White Gold Pearl Necklace
Gorgeous 18K white gold Tiffany necklace with 58 beautiful pearls!
Pearls approximately 7.2...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Dove & Cross Pendant #12932
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Beautiful cross pendant with adorable dove!
Size: 30.5mm x 12mm x 3.5mm
Weight: 1.1gr/ 0.7 dwt
Hallmark: 14K
Very good condition, professionally polished.
*Chain not included*
...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Lavalier Yellow Gold Necklace, circa 1930
Located in Dallas, TX
In 10 karat yellow gold, a precious gem from a by-gone time! The chain is 16 inches in length.
Category
1930s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lorgnette
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This Art Nouveau gold lorgnette likely originates from the United States during the first 20 years of the 20th Century. Crafted from 14 karat yellow gold the lorgnette is extremely simple in its design and is virtually void of ornamentation with the exception of some fine scrollwork around the lens casing. The lenses that are currently fitted are likely original, and whilst in-tact do have some abrasions to the surface of the glass. The piece is marked internally for 14 karat gold and also has a makers mark in the form of a Maltese cross inside a circle, which is currently unidentified. In good condition the piece only has some minor dents to the gold which are commensurate with age. Once a very frequently used object, this wondrous lorgnette would be a beautiful pendant on a long chain for someone wanting a piece of gold...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Rock Crystal and Silver Pool of Light Charm
Located in Stamford, CT
A pool of light emanates from this charm of rock crystal securely wrapped in a cage of silver to be worn at the neck on a chain or added to a bracelet. Around 1900, the Chinese creat...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage 3.39 Carats Total Ruby and Diamond Floral Motif Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful vintage pendant drop necklace showcasing a round brilliant cut diamond center stone embellished with eight full-cut red rubies spaced evenly all around. Finished the f...
Category
1950s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
.99 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Victorian Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
EGL certified Victorian 1900 handmade filigree drop pendant necklace. This timeless piece is adorned with a .99ct center stone that is certified by the EGL as near colorless and acce...
Category
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Heart Diamond Locket Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold with Anchor Link Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This vintage heart locket pendant and chain is perfect to cradle your love to your heart. The locket can hold two small photos or a tiny treasure ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Navajo Sterling Silver .925 28" Turquoise Squash Blossom
By Navajo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Handmade Navajo Sterling Silver .925 28" Blue Diamond Turquoise (Nevada) Squash Blossom
12 Blossoms measure approx 1 1/2" x 3/4"
Naja approx: 2 7/8" x 2 1/2".
Handmade sterling sil...
Category
1990s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1.50ct Diamond Letter B Pendant Vintage 14k White Gold Cursive Script Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond letter "B" pendant crafted in 14k white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s).
Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 1.50 carats (estimated at I-J co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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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