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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Style: Georgian
Style: Modernist
Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
Exquisite vintage 18k lapis lazuli convertible pendant / brooch, adorned with dazzling diamonds. This brutalist style pendant is a great example of mid century art and craftsmanship....
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Rounds 14K Yellow Gold Fancy Fashion Drop Chain Pendent Necklace
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Elevate your neckline with our beautiful 14K Yellow Gold pendant necklace, adorned with a dazzling array of White Diamond Rounds. The pendant is set with a brilliant collection of W...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Chalcedony, Amethyst, Pearl Silver and Gold Cross Pattée Pendant, 1790
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cross pattée, with a faceted, cushion shaped amethyst, set in the centre, with a cluster surround of natural half seed pearls, in cut down st...
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1810s Unknown Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 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

Op-Art 1970 Modernist Pendant With Concentric Circles In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian modernist sculptural pendant. An amazing sculptural pendant, made in Italy with ultra modernism patterns, back in the 1970. This Op-art pendant is composed by seventeen c...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Cartier Love Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 17.3 Inches Long
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE necklace, 18K yellow gold (750/1000). Inner diameter 8mm. Chain length: 440mm. Details: Brand: Cartier Style: Love Necklace Material: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 440mm (17.36 Inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18.1ct Gold Rutilated Quartz w Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold Cushion 18x16mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful rutilated quartz pendant can make a stunning addition to any outfit! Set in 14k solid gold with sparkly natural diamond accents. Specifications: Item Type: Pendant C...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.30ct 14K Emerald Georgian Styled Solitaire 6-Prong Emerald Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a natural emerald Georgian styled solitaire pendant in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire pendant carries an earth-mined emerald in a prong setting. Fully faceted,...
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2010s American Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georges Delrue Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, 18 karat yellow gold Aries zodiac pendant, by Georges Delrue, c. 1970. Signed by the artist, stamped 18k. French-born Georges Delrue (1920 – 2010) was a pioneer of the ...
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1970s Canadian Modernist Vintage 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

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Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Diamond and Ivory Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Stroud, GB
A rare and elegant late Georgian portrait miniature locket pendant, set with five old cut diamonds in a floral motif and cast in 9ct gold. The portrait of the lady is painted on ivo...
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1820s British Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 9k Gold

14K Yellow Gold 7.92 carat Bi-Color Tourmaline Pendant with chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K yellow gold pendant featuring a bi-color tourmaline weighing 7.92 carats. The tourmaline has color from clear to green to very dark green, almost black. The emerald cut tourmalin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Snake Poison Locket Pendant Mourning Garnet Antique Gold 1800 Rare
Located in New York, NY
A very rare antique Georgian to Victorian Snake Pendant Locket with a small hinged Locket opening in which to place a treasured memento, a mourning item, or possibly poison! The extraordinary Snake Pendant is 14 Karat Gold. The head and eyes of the snake are set with a pear shaped and two round faceted red Garnets. The locket portion is covered with a crystal or rock crystal cover on the front. The reverse of the locket portion opens with a lovely detailed hinge with a glass cover. The pendant is 34mm long including the bales. Without the bales the snake is 28mm long and 12mm wide. The interior of the locket portion is 4mm in diameter and is 4.5mm deep. The snake is 14 Karat Gold. The pendant weighs 1.6 grams. The listing is only for the snake pendant. The chain is only shown for display. The bales may be a later addition. A pendant with a poison compartment is extremely rare and having one in the form of a snake is highly unusual. The combination of both a snake and an pendant is rarely ever seen. The following is a description of poison rings: A poison ring or pillbox ring...
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19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Elephant 3-Dimensional Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Wonderful! Finely Detailed Vintage 3D Trunk Up Elephant Gold Charm Pendant. Hand crafted in 18K Yellow Gold. Measuring approx. 0.8i" l x 1.1" w This Delightful Trunk Up for Go...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Metro Heart Pave Diamond Necklace 750 Engraved 18K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Tiffany & Co. 90187420 metro heart pave diamond pendant. This design celebrates the spirit of love. Shimmering diamonds accentuate the elegant curves of this pendant. Crafted in 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Large Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 72.06 Ctw In Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant crafted in solid yellow and white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is embellished with thirt...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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

Minimalist Certified Diamond Serpent Snake 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Minimalist Certified Diamond Serpent Snake Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outf...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
The zodiac sign libra symbolizes balance and harmony, and this Fred Paris modernist libra rectangular pendant will keep you both steady and tranquil. With a wonderful two-dimensiona...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

TJD 0.20 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14KT Rose Gold Fashion Pendants Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond pendant Necklace. Made by skillful craftsmen in 14KT rose gold and studded with 20 round brilliant cut white diamonds in prong setting and ...
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2010s Indian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Georgian Key to my Heart mourning locket, 18k gold and Hairwork, padlock
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly magical piece of antique Georgian mourning jewellery. This early 19th century locket is designed as a padlock, circular in shape with a hairwork border and beautiful tiny ca...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Milton Cavagnaro California Abstract Modernist Wooden Man Pendant on Cord
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare, hand carved ebony wood man with caged torso pendant necklace created by Milton Cavagnaro of Mill Valley, California. Pendant measures 4" long by 1.5" wide and suspends from a 1...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Italian Milor Italy Leather Strand Necklace with Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a really unique necklace. The pendant is stamped "Milor Italy 925". The pendant is just a smooth silky sterling and is 2.13 inches long and 1.75 inches wide. It has a mul...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Kenneth Jay Lane Signed KJL MALTESE CROSS Pin Brooch Pendant Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Kenneth Jay Lane MALTESE CROSS Pin Brooch Pendant encrusted with CZ Rhinestones and Faux Coral. Approx size: 3" x 3". Signed: KJL on reverse. More Beautiful...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Mid-Century Modern 18K Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Charm or Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century zodiac charm or pendant for a necklace. In 18 karat yellow gold. With two stylized fish and the word 'Pisces', representing the twelfth and final astrological si...
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kite Shape Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the timeless elegance of this exquisite Kite Shape Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace. Crafted from luxurious platinum, this pendant exudes sophisticatio...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

French 1970s Retro Glass Metal Jacques Gautier Signed Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in silver-plated metal. This vintage long necklace features shuttle links adorned with transparent enameled glass, holding a large round pendant composed of concave and convex openwork shapes. Two additional links can be added. The clasp is a hook. Necklace signed Jacques Gautier, sold with its original box. Lenght : 67 cm approximately, pendant diameter : 7.5 cm approximately, thickness: 6 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 116.6 g approximately. Authentic antique pendant - French work of the 1970s. Our opinion : A jewelry designer and pupil of goldsmith François Hugo...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Fertility pendant by Roland Schad
Located in Paris, IDF
Maternity symbol pendant, glyptic of turquoise, Chinese work from the 19th century, mounted by the artist jeweler in the 70s, yellow gold, unique piece, signed. Possibility to buy it...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Handmade 16 Inch Ornate Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a really unique and remarkable necklace. It is all handmade. It's stamped "925 Mex". It is in excellent pre-owned condition. The pendant is 3 inches long including the b...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Sterling Silver

Gilbert Albert 1970 Swiss Modernist Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold Shell And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist pendant-brooch designed by Gilbert Albert. This is an exceptional and very rare sculptural piece of art made in Geneva Switzerland, by the artist-jeweler Gilbert Albert. T...
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1960s Swiss Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver Reliquary Locket Pendant, Inri, Mourning, Religious
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and unusual antique silver reliquary locket pendant. To the front of the locket there is a naively engraved image of Jesus crucified on th...
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18th Century British Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1978 By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace in 925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Open bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. Gorgeous freeform open bottle created by Peretti for the Tiffany Studios back in the 1978. This iconic v...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Roberto Coin 1.75ctw Vintage Open Heart Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Open Hart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold by Roberto Coin. This is a piece for every personality. This beautiful diamond open heart pendant by designer Roberto Coin features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Early Betty Cooke Kinetic Sterling Wishbone Pendants Lariat on Leather Cord
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare, 1950's lariat necklace with kinetic wishbone sterling silver pendants created by Betty Cooke of Baltimore, Maryland. Pendants are attached by hand to leather cord. They measur...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

3.35ct Natural Round Diamond Halo Pendant Station Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This magnificent necklace has a stunning natural round halo diamond pendant in 14K white gold. It has VS1 Clarity and J Colour, totaling 1.77 Carat. This ring also has round pave dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Georgian 19K Gold Undulating Snake Fob with Crown Intaglio
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1800, this incredible Georgian fob is an antique treasure over two centuries old. The three-sided triangular fob is made of banded agate carved with a five-point crown used as ...
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Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Gold

A Georgian Gold and Turquoise Dove Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large Georgian dove 9-carat gold pendant (brooch conversion). The bird is pavé-set with vibrant cabochon cut turquoise. It carries a stylized branch of garnets, pearl, and turquois...
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1820s English Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

H Stern Brazil Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 14.77 Cts In Spinel & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A chained necklace pendant designed by H. Stern. Modernist classic necklace-pendant, created in Brazil by the jewelry house of H. Stern. This elegant piece was crafted in solid yell...
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1970s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Spinel, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Ancient Parthian Kings Coin 123-88 BCE Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace with a 123 BC ancient coin from the Parthian Kingdom. Gorgeous coin necklace, mounted with a genuine silver coin from the Parthian Kingdom. The coin is a silver Drachm of 1...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Modernist Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Nudes Necklace Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this unusual necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from United States that was a pioneer in the Brutalist Movement in the 1960’s and ‘70’s. ...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Brass

Antique Georgian seal fob pendant, Depeche Vous, 9k gold and Carnelian
Located in NEWARK, GB
There is something special and quite simply mesmerising about antique seal fobs. This fine French Georgian intaglio seal fob is crafted in 9ct ...
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18th Century European Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

Donna Karan Attributed Gold Tone Bird Pendant Necklace With Baroque Pearls
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 20th Century opera length gold tone rope necklace with an abstract bird pendant and faux baroque pearl accents. The necklace is beautifully made with quality details including the cluster beading around the pearls and fluted fittings throughout. Though the piece is unsigned, it appears to be a Donna Karan design and mirrors the style of coordinating earrings available in a separate Modern...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co. By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. Fabulous freeform open bottle created by Elsa Peretti for the Tiffany Studios back in the 1978. This iconic vintage pendant necklace has been crafted at the Tiffany Studios in the purest plain shape in solid sterling silver .925/.999 with very high polished surfaces. It is fitted with a lid and a Tiffany long chain...
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1970s Spanish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Bvlgari Intarsio Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
BVLGARI 18k Rose Gold Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace, Authentic Bvlgari 'Intarsio' CIRCA 2010s Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace crafted in 18k Rose Gold. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Vintage Mid Century Modern North American Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Large North American Navajo Hand crafted Sterling Silver Spirit/Heartline Bear Pendant. The Silversmith has created a thick h...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Cartier Georges L'Enfant Paris Virgo Zodiac Gold Modernist Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
With the Virgo Zodiac sign of the harvest maiden engraved on the front and its numerical sign on the back, this Georges L'Enfant for Cartier Paris 18 karat yellow gold modernist oval...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Signed Filli Menegatti 17" Italian 18k Gold & Sterling Woven Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a fabulous Designer Necklace from Filli Menegatti. This is quality at its best! It is a choker necklace and measures 17 inches and 9 mm wide. It is in excellent pre-owned cond...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern necklace or neckpiece. By David Andersen. In sterling silver. Comprised of neckpiece and a kinetic pendant. Marked to the reverse of the pendant for 92...
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20th Century Norwegian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Gold pansy pendant or brooch with diamond, citrine and amethyst
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold pansy brooch or pendant set with three amethyst petals and two citrine petals on the sides, with a brilliant cut diamond at the heart of the flower French ass...
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1820s French Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Gold & Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant with Purple Spinel
Located in Eagan, MN
This is really a cool looking pendant. It has a strip of 14k Yellow Gold running down the front and there is a prong held Pear Shaped Purple Spinel at the bottom. The Spinel is 14 ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Spinel, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Cartier D'Amour 0.09ct Diamond Small Model Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Cartier d'Amour necklace, small model, 18K rose gold (750/1000), set with a brilliant-cut diamond totaling 0.09 carat. Diameter of the pattern: 4.5 mm. Chain length: 380 to 410 mm. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sterling Silver Topaz Necklace & Earrings Set 19 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very nice necklace and earring set. It is pre-owned but in excellent condition. Both earrings and pendant have an oval 9.4 x 7 mm Topaz stone. The post earrings are stam...
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2010s Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Sterling Silver

2.20ct Natural Fancy Brown Diamonds Heart Necklace 14kt Gold 12396
Located in New York, NY
2.20ct Natural Fancy Brown Diamonds Open Heart Necklace Vs-2 Clarity. 17 inch 14kt rose gold 4.6 grams Heart 20 x 17mm $4100 Appraisa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1976 Paris Pendant Perfume Bottle In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A perfume bottle pendant designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare perfume bottle pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cle...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Designer Sterling Silver Colored Sphere Pendant/Brooch Necklace Deb Karash
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very unique and cool looking pendant. It's Handmade by Designer Deb Karash and signed "Deb 2005". The Pendant Is 3 Inches Long And 1.25 Inches Wide. It has brilliant Purp...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Necklace with pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.60ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 50 cm long and 1.0 mm wide....
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1880s Dutch Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

George L'Enfant Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Capricorn Zodiac Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Just arrived and waiting for those born a Capricorn (December 22-January 19th) this large size coveted Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Georges L'Enfant vintage pendant zodiac charm will alw...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Designer Sterling Silver & Pearl Pendant Necklace by TSJ&M 20"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very unique and cool looking pendant. The Pendant Is 2.75 Inches Long And 1.5 Inches Wide. It is stamped "Sterling" and "TSJ&M". It comes with a Sterling Silver chain t...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling 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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