Hungarian Pendant Necklaces

The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a sacrificial scene inspired by the Greco-Roman era. The central flaming altar is flanked by two figures preparing to sacrifice a ram, while a figure in a lion skin blowing horns stands in the left corner. The carver brilliantly uses the natural layers of the stone to achieve the illusion of shadow and musculature on the figures. A second, smaller cameo is set at the top of the pendant, while a myriad of multi-colored gems, pearls and enamel adorns the 18K gold setting. A large Baroque pearl suspended from an enamel dragon finishes the design, which embodies the opulence and theatricality of jewels from the Renaissance age. Cameos and intaglios were highly popular amongst wealthy connoisseurs in Renaissance Italy, and owning the finest pieces was the privilege of princes. Although they were often elaborately mounted for display alone, cameos were also frequently worn as pendants, surrounded by enameled and stone-set gold frames. Such pieces were particularly prized by the Medici and Lorraine families, many of which can now be seen at the National Archeological Museum in Florence. Very few Renaissance cameos...

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14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant- This 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant blends classic faith with elegant sparkle, making it perfect for those who appreciate both spiritua...

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...

Stylized Native American Navajo Indian cross with six nuggets of sleeping beauty turquoise. Sterling is stamped with fluted ends. Stones are a bright and vibrant blue with some sligh...

This piece of fine jewelry was designed and hand crafted by “Moshi” of New York, it was found in a vault from an estate sale and was never used. 14k yellow gold jade and diamond pendant...

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary with plique a jour turquoise and blue graduated enamel surround. Signed G Bigard...

Brand new 925 Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace. Beautiful 32x18mm cross pendant weighing 1.54g hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain. Brand new and never worn. Cross an chain...

Jadeite Carved Pendant 14K Yellow Gold The pendant is a beautifully carved jade. The jade is translucent and colored with deep green veins. The carving depicts a star formation, swir...

An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with plique a jour blue enamel designed as the Virgin Mary with a motif of roses. Engraved with a mo...

This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse, deer and flower and leaf motifs. It is in th...

Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a detailed depiction of a veiled figure of the Madonna with a contemplative expression. The figure is framed by an ornate oval bord...