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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 19th Century
GIA Certified .30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond, pearl and sapphire butterfly pendant necklace. GIA certified natural no heat blue sapphire accented with natural peal, genuine ruby and old mine cut diamond accents. White, ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Antique French Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, France. This antique pendant is set with brilliant blue Persian Turquoise in a stylishly refreshing Moorish motif. Intricate gold work, underscored by meticulous ha...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Tourmaline Enamel Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Enamel Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant. Created around 1890. A massive Art Nouveau Pendant with Tourmaline and matching in color ...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Enamel

LB offers Victorian English Gold filled Amethyst pendant necklace Glass Brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a highly unusual 19th century English, goldfilled and Amethyst brooch pendant necklace. This is a wonderful example of Mid Victorian jewelry being repurposed...
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Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Gold-filled, Brass

Victorian Era Watch Chain Toggle Necklace 9K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We absolutely love this vintage beauty! She was likely used as a chain for a pocket watch & later converted to be used as a beautiful necklace. The charm is a lovely shield shape & i...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche ena...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Victorian 1.05ct Diamond Heart Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Encrusted with diamonds, this Victorian pendant is beautiful. The heart shaped design centres around an old cut diamond of 0.15 carat which is surrounded by multiple stones of variou...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite Victorian Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace features a central carnelian. Cherished for its deep hues and symbolic ties to courage and vita...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860. The crystal on the reverse can be removed to encase hair or a photo. The garnet is a fabulous cabochon garne...
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1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

French Oscar Roty Madonna and Child 22K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 22 karat (22K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oval disc with a carved relief of the Madonna and Child, signed O. Roty. The reverse depicting a branch of lilies wit...
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19th Century French Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant. A wonderful twelve point star with smaller rays peeking out from between the larger points. To the centre there is a superb old cut diamond with an estimated 0.40ct weight, this is surrounded by a mesmerising plethora of old cut and cushion cut diamonds giving this star the most alluring twinkle. It is crafted in cool crisp sterling silver, this was common on Victorian diamond pieces as the fresh silver tone enhances the colour of the diamonds. Stars were a very popular motif in Victorian jewellery and they still are today, they provided a symbol of guidance, light and wisdom. This beautiful antique star pendant...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Victorian 9ct Gold Miniature Amethyst Fob Seal with Carved Fly, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulously dainty and rare Victorian 9ct gold fob seal that has a masterfully carved fly insect engraved into a hexagonal amethyst base. The body of the fob has delicately chased p...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1890 Victorian Rose Gold Hand Engraved Floral Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful hand engraved 1890 Victorian locket in 10K rose gold that showcases a gorgeous hand engraved floral motif. At the center, a beautif...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Victorian Oval Heart Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Stamped *The term gold front & back is often used to describe antique gold lockets which have a front back made from gold. The gold...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Vulcanite locket pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and interesting antique Victorian Vulcanite locket. The locket is crafted in rich black Vulcanite and it a hexagonal shaped locket with a smooth finish and a textured ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Aesthetic cross pendant, sterling silver and 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Victorian aesthetic era cross pendant is striking and delicate at the same time. It is a large sized cross pendant crafted in sterling silver with applied yel...
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19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Colombia Emerald, Pearl, & Old Mine Diamond Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Miami, FL
Expert craftsmanship and magisterial gemstones from a bygone era, the Victorian period. This silver pendant bears a 3.65 carat (approx.) emerald center stone, adorned with 34 old mi...
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19th Century Colombian Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose cut diamonds total approx. 1.50 ct - G/H - SI/P - 60cm Detailed description the length of the necklace is 60 cm long by 1.0 mm w...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Spinner Fob Photo Locket 15ct Yellow Gold c1880s Sardonyx
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Here we present a gorgeous, Victorian, spinner Fob with photo Locket. It has so many features, that it’s hard to know where to start! Firstly, we have the most lovely hand engraving...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Silver Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a marquise shape surmount suspending a cross pendant of carved lapis lazuli Opaque ultramarine blue with gold pyrite flecking and decorated with vine motif appliqué Sil...
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1860s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Shell Cameo Turquoise Pendant Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant and pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. It features a shell cameo depicting a lady. The frame is adorned with 4 turquoises. Weight: 5.47g Size...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold

Chain with solitair pendant set with diamond 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a solitaire pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.00ct – K/L – SI – 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide the pen...
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1880s French Early Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Jantar Necklace, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
19th to early 20th century Jantar necklace, Nepal This long silver alloy (kakar-manka) necklace, a jantar, features a hollow amulet box depicting the elephant god Ganesha, which is ...
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Late 19th Century Nepalese Artisan Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Georgian Era Gold Case Watch Key Fob, circa 1820
Located in Venice, CA
This elaborate gold case Georgian watch key fob is ready to hang on a chain of your choice! The key has nice proportions, is short and squat in shape, w...
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1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Victorian I cling to thee locket, Whitby Jet and sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Victorian Whitby Jet and sterling silver locket is truly unique and incredibly beautiful. This locket is an oval shape with a smooth polished jet front and back, mounted on a silver frame, the front has applied silver detailing of two Ivy leaves and an engraved love heart. The heart is engraved: I cling to thee...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Jade Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 14k. This nineteenth-century jade fob makes a unique and charming pendant. Featuring Poseidon on a chariot drawn by seahorses the intaglio carvin...
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1880s Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Ruby No Heat Platinum Diamond Necklace 18K Antique Pendant Old Mine 5.04 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents GIA CERTIFIED PLATINUM NO HEAT RUBY DIAMOND 5.04 CARAT ANTIQUE NECKLACE & BOX! Finest Untreated Ruby Crowned With 3.82 Carats of Sparkling Old Mine...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Micro Mosaic 18K Pendant and Brooch, c. 1880
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique micro mosaic 18K yellow gold pendant and brooch, c. 1880. This is a superb example of a fine micro mosaic done in the 19th century. The ornate composition centers swan in m...
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1880s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish agate cross pendant, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
We love this unusual antique, early Victorian era Scottish agate conversion pendany. Circular in shape it has a cut out design with a cross to the centre, the cross is set with vary...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.85 Carat Pink Topaz Chrysoberyl 14k Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Antique authentic circa 1800 to 1840 brooch pendant with a removable bail and removable bottom dangle that can be worn alone on the chain. See below for the stone speci...
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Early 19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysoberyl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Antique Diamond Pendant or Clip with Old Mine & Rose Cuts, Approx 1.98 Ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
An absolutely stunning Victorian period Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Dress Clip with super fiery old mine cut & rose cut diamonds along with a sizable lustrous pearl drop. Just gorgeou...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian era 18K gold coat of arms photo locket pendant lion crown flowers
Located in Versailles, FR
Step back in time with this rare 19th-century locket pendant, a timeless treasure steeped in history and heraldry. Adorned with a beautiful coat of arms featuring two noble lions, a ...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

A Victorian Gold and Garnet Pendant with a Diamond Star
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15 carat gold Victorian oval pendant set with a large deep red carbuncle garnet incrusted with a six pointed star at the centre set with a large cushion cut diamond surrounded by s...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Fairfield, CT
This striking vintage skull pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that blends gothic charm with classic elegance. The pendant is skillfully carved from what appears to be jet or charcoal, providing a deep, matte contrast to the gleaming gold-tone bail that attaches it to a chain. During the 19th century, jet was established as a gemstone for mourning, and demand for mourning jewelry during the Victorian era led to extensive excavations of jet in Whitby. Victorian Whitby Jet jewelry...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond and Green Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely 18ct yellow gold Victorian pendant. The pendant is in a foliate style and features green enamelled leaves and natural pearls which play the role of the fruit. The p...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1892 Nordic Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 4.5gr
Located in SE
Old Swedish Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Fine hand-engraved ornaments on both sides. One internal removable bezel inside, no glass. All parts tested 18K Yellow Gold. ...
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1890s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique French Diamond Necklace 18K Gold Pendant Brooch 19th C. Flower Acanthus
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this spectacular antique Victorian 18ct gold and diamond pendant/brooch necklace made in France during the 19th century. *Please note: all other items in...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Masonic 18 Karat Gold All Seeing Eye Enamel Heliotrope Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Masonic fob seal pendant crafted in 18K gold. It depicts the symbols of Freemasonry: square, compasses, gavel, trowel and the all seeing eye. The piece features oval heliot...
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Late 19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Enamel

19th Century Heart Carved Moonstone 1.40 Ct Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb 19th example of sentimental heart pendant is made of silver over 10 Carat gold electronically tested – it can b worn as a brooch too The large luminous heart carved Moons...
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1860s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, 10k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Lock and Key Pendant Charm
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Lock and Key Pendant Charm. This amazing antique Victorian heart pendant charm is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The charm has a lockin...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx cross pendant with 18 karat gold harness and pearls / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct yellow gold mourning brooch. The brooch has beautiful etruscan style detail around the edges, a black onyx face with a star set old cut diamond. Like most mo...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Photo Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian diamond locket pendant. The front of the pendant features a rose cut diamond border and bale with a central hand painted miniature depicting an elegant lad...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Queen Victoria Jubilee Ruby and Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful, Victorian diamond and ruby pendant/brooch. The pendant features an oval shaped flat piece of red agate with a gold figure of Queen Victoria on. Surrounding...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1890's Natural Red Coral Silver Cross
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning Victorian natural red coral and silver cross. The amazingly matched cabochon coral is a lovely bright red/orange color. Dating from late 1890-1900, this cross is a...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Silver

Victorian era 18K gold perfume box “Vinaigrette” pendant, locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a very rare French antique 18k gold perfume box pendant, adorned with intricate geometric gold motifs reminiscent of delicate honey patterns. Unlocking its secrets reveals ...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising four round pearls, two cabochon garnets, and cobalt blue enamel, set in 18 karat yello...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Flowers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant locket with an engraved spray of flowers to the centre of each side with an engraved scrolling surround. Stamped with the eagle mark for 1...
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19th Century French Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, sapphire, ruby, enamel, and yellow and rose gold locket pendant, comprising seventy-five half seed pearls, 1 whole seed pearl, six round cut rubies, six r...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace A moss agate pendant necklace adorned with blue enamel and 6 coral beads. The gold chain features an additional 8 coral beads Made cir...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Classical Revival Hardstone Cameo Classical profile of a Lady 18 K Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful oval cameo of a young baccante, a female follower of the cult of Bacchus or Dionysos was exquisitly carved out of a sardonyx. The young woman wears her curly hair deco...
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1860s European Neoclassical Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Photo-holder Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx photo-holder pendant with 18 karat gold fittings and pearls (faith-hope-charity) / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Sampson & Mordan Victorian 18kt Gold Pendant/Pencil
Located in Braintree, GB
Victorian 18kt yellow gold pendant featuring an anchor, cross, and heart motif, symbolizing faith, hope, and charity respectively. The pendant doubles as a propelling pencil, with a ...
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1850s British Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Austrian 1820 Georgian Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold & Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian pendant brooch made in Austria. An incredible antique pendant brooch, created in Austria during the Georgian period, back in the 1820. This fabulous piece has been crafted ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian Royal Princess Louise Wedding Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful and rare pendant dating back to the Victorian era. The locket given by her royal highness to the bridesmaids was manufactured by London and Ryder. It's des...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 1870s 18K Gold Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Micro Mosaic Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique yellow gold, and micro mosaic pendant, comprising tiny mosaic panels in varying vibrant colours, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold fittings. This pe...
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold & Silver 3.18ctw Old Cut Diamond Star Pendant & Hair Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, silver, and rosy toned gold gold pendant and hair pin, comprising one large old mine cut diamond, twenty-seven smaller old mine cut diamonds, and eighteen rose c...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Stroud, GB
Original, extraordinary and a tiny work of art, we are endlessly drawn to the history of miniature portraits in jewellery. Characters from the past come to life through these fascina...
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Enamel

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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