18th Century and Earlier Pendant Necklaces

This exceptional, rare cross pendant dates from circa 1650, crafted in either Spain or France. Made from pure rock crystal, the pendant showcases the gemstone's unrivalled clarity, r...

A coin from the reign of Mithridates III from the ancient kingdom of Commagene, circa 20-12 BC. It is 5 grams of bronze trimmed in18 karat gold. Commagene was a small mountain kingdo...

An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and silver charm pendant, being an antique silver Greek coin from Phokis dating to 457-446BC depicting a bull's head to one side and the head of Artemis...

Both sides of this ancient Byzantine coin (Kōnstantinos X, Follis, Constantinopolis mint, AD 1059-1067) can be showcased in this 22k yellow gold spinner/reversible pendant. Coin pendant is on a solid 22k yellow gold 18 inch rolo chain necklace. Rare and unique ancient coin displayed...

Indulge in a magnificent Museum Quality Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross dating to circa the eighth century AD. The extremely fine bronze cross depicts Helena holding holy water in her right hand, the reverse side is inscribed with a line of inscriptions. The ancient cross...

An ancient Armenian Coin, from the Cilician Kingdom, made sometime during the age of the Crusades, 1098 AD -1375 AD. This is a beautifully defined cross trimmed in 18 karat gold with...

A beautifully crafted vintage charm in 14K yellow gold, featuring a turquoise globe with intricate detailing. Perfect as a unique addition to your charm collection or as a symbol of ...

This sterling silver pendant holds an authentic Greek coin dating back to 90 BC, featuring a depiction of Pegasus, the legendary winged horse. On the reverse side of the coin, you ca...

This silver pendant features an authentic Roman silver coin called a Victoriatus, dating back to the 3rd century BC. It showcases Jupiter's head adorned with a laurel wreath on one s...

An Ancient Roman carved charm fashioned into a pendant trimmed with 21K gold. There is a marvelous patina that demonstrates the charm's age - it is reminiscent of a Roman Figa Fist. ...

Magnificent late 18th century French pendant. A fabulous and rare master-piece of jewelry, made in France during the Georgian period (1714-1830), circa late 18th early 19th centurie...

A bronze relic from the Ancient Roman Empire trimmed with 21K gold accents. There is a marvelous patina that demonstrates the bronze charm's age. It is unique and open to interpretat...

The hinged heart locket pierced y two arrows is closed my means of a silver pin.

An Ancient Egyptian funerary figurine made of faience in a modern gold pendant mounting.

An Authentic Roman Coin, Moesis, Nikipolis, Septimus Serverus AE (193 - 211 AD), Obverse (front) is Bust of Septimus Serverus with Basket of Fruit on Reverse, set in a 22k Gold Bezel...

An authentic Roman Empire, Domitian (circa 81-96 AD), silver Denarius coin, minted in Rome, set in a custom 22k gold bezel with 22k gold bail with gold bead and diamond accents at fo...

A turned finial shape or elegant vase fashioned into a pendant with 22K gold. There is a marvelous patina on this shapely Roman vase that demonstrates the pendant's age. This from th...

A Bronze Cross from the Byzantine era trimmed heavily in 21 karat gold. This bronze cross was originally created by lost wax casting and the circular accents were hand chiseled. The ...

A Byzantine Cross Pendant with a 21K gold dangle setting and double fixed bale at top. This bronze cross is from the 4th to 6th Centuries AD; likely created by lost wax casting and t...

A charming bronze deer head charm from the Ancient Roman Empire fashioned into a pendant trimmed with 21K gold accents and bail. There is a marvelous p...

This Georgain era brooch pendant is 1790 ca 18 Kt solid gold topped by silver Typical flower and leaf design so loved by the Georgians artful modelled in a tri-dimensional manner r...

Georgian 14ct Gold Ball Necklace With Pear Shaped Pendant Genuine vintage necklace and pendant dating from 1714 - 1837!  Ball chain with foil back paste pendant, pear shaped.  Very on trend at the moment - giving off Jessica McCormick...

These coins are from Axum, the ancient Christian Kingdom in Ethiopia. They're gilt bronze coins from the 4th century. These ancient coins are more than 1,700 years old, and their condition would be formally described as "Fair" meaning they have visible signs of cosmetic wear, including scratches and cracks, but remains in fair condition. The coins are set in a stunning 18k solid gold bezel setting that protects the coins from being damaged. ✔ Metal: Yellow Gold ✔ Metal Purity: 18K ✔ Item Weight: 62.3 grams ✔ Coin Count: 10 coins ✔ Dimensions: Necklace: 16 inches / Bracelet: 7.5 inches Certificate of appraisal can be included upon request. Here is some more info regarding the coins found on Acsearch "KINGS of AXUM (Aksum). Ouazebas. Circa 350-400 AD. Æ 18mm (2.20 gm). OVAZEBAC BACI ΛEΨC, draped bust right wearing headcloth, flanked by grain ears / +TOV TO APECH TH XWPA, small draped bust right in circle; the interior of the circle gilt. Munro-Hay 54; BMC Aksum 245. Near VF, some earthen patina." "One of the most curious aspects of Axumite coinage is the use of gilding on some of their silver and bronze coins. The amount of gold used would not be enough to significantly change the value of the coin, and the reason for this process remains somewhat a mystery. It is usually found highlighting the portrait of the king or as an embellishment of the cross, so it may serve the same purpose as gold tesserae in church mosaics...

Tourmaline Carved Weight: 22.25 Carats Dimension: 24x15x8 Mm Origin: Africa Color: Tri ( Black,Red,Peach) Shape: Carving Quality: Top . Bicolor tourmaline is connected to the heart c...

A Medieval AE bronze coin from the reign of Hetoum I of Armenia, circa 1226-1270 AD. On the obverse side, King Hetoum I is seated, forward facing, on Leonine throne, holding a lis-ti...

This small bronze arrowhead, exhibiting an olive-green patina, resembles examples from the Villa Julia Collection. It is mounted in 18-karat gold, showcasing an exclusive design by t...

An ancient chalcedony uncarved seal from the middle east, B.C. This ancient uncut seal pendant is on a custom brushed 22k solid gold pendant with 22k gold bail. This pendant features...

Hand made Coomi antique pendant set in 20K yellow gold with indo-Greek center coin and 0.05cts rose cut diamond accents on paisley-shaped bale. Com...

Antique diamond sequile pendant/brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold, Portugal, early 18th century. This Portuguese jewel from the Georgian period of an intr...

Large silver Italy Genoa coin 1670. Impressive to say the least, not just for its generally large size but also for its noteworthy preservation. Its grade and overall survivorship is simply remarkable--aside from a few planchet cracks along the edges to indicate the difficulty of producing such an issue, wear is kept to a minimum, Madonna and the cherubs remaining expressive and evocative. Mounted in gold and silver chain...

An authentic Greek, Athens silver tetradrachm coin of Athena and Owl (circa 109/108 BC), set in a custom 22-kt gold bezel embellished with round accents about the perimeter, and 22-k...

Silver Tetradrachm [coin] with the profile of young Alexander the Great trimmed with 22k gold. This highly detailed face profile also shows a full head of lustrous hair and a pronoun...

A stunning Roman Glass Cross with a fixed bale set in 21K gold. This ancient Roman cross is set in 4.3 grams of 21 karat gold. This was created bet...

A spectacular and very rare locket ring from the Georgian (ca1750s) era! This unusual ring which is crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold, and features an envelope-motif centerpiece. Th...

Hand made Coomi antique feline pendant set in 20K yellow gold with 12.45cts opal, 0.27cts pavé and channel set diamond accents, 0.26cts orange sapphire eyes, 0.17cts yellow sapphires, 0.13cts pink sapphires, and 0.11cts emeralds. Openable bale complete with paisley design and diamond accent. Ancient feline artifact dates back to Luristan, Persia, c. 1500-600 BC. Bronze feline figure with natural green patine originally part of an ancient lock.

A superb coin from Syria, Seleukia and Pieria, Apameo, from 70 BC, trimmed with 18 karat gold as a pendant. On the obverse side, the Laureate Head of Zeus right facing, with a gorgeo...

Enhance your jewelry collection with this stunning LaFrancee pendant. The 14k yellow gold pendant features a natural certified angel skin coral stone in a beautiful orange-pink color...

An exquisite example of early European religious jewelry, this antique Portuguese pendant dates back to the late 17th to early 18th century. Expertly handcrafted in rich yellow gold,...

Type: Convertible (brooch/pendant) Stone : Green emerald Metal : 18k Yellow Gold Condition : Good Weight : 9.1g A striking piece of artistry, this convertible brooch/pendant is craf...

Antique Qing Dynasty Gourd Cricket Jar Ming Dynasty White Jade Plaque Approximate Dimensions: 15 cm (Hight) 3.5 cm (Lid Diameter) 47.8 grams in weight.

To appreciate the pendant's size (13 mm), the relief of the coin and the shape of the bail, see the picture showing the coin next to a US quarter (will post soon). The coin was first set in a sterling silver bezel, which was then hammered over the edge of both sides. This was then sanded and polished. This pendant is built to last. -- Coin information: Cappadocia, Caesarea, Hadrian - silver hemidrahm Obverse: AVTO KAIC TPAI AΔPIANOC CЄBACT, laureate head right Reverse: ЄT Δ club facing downward Struck - RY 4 (120/1 AD) See all Peregrine Pendants jewelry: https://www. etsy. com/shop/PeregrineAncients Follow on instagram @peregrinependants - Comes with certificate which guarantees authenticity and provides background information (listed below) on the acquired coin - Jewelry pouch included; Pictured 14k gold chain can be purchased separately - Interested in ancient coins? I wrote a little bit about what I find fascinating about them here: https://tinyurl .com/24pkndjw Ancients people would sometimes chisel (test cut) a coin to determine if the coin was a good, official, solid silver or gold coin, or if it was a fourree, a plated counterfeit. Owls on Ancient Coins Owls...

A Byzantine Cross Pendant with a 21K gold dangle setting and rope trimming around the edges. This bronze cross is from the 4th to 6th Centuries AD; likely created by lost wax casting...

This is an antique 18th century triple pendant crafted in rose gold with touches of silver. A pendant of three graduated panels of open scrollwork and domes set with diamonds. An estate jewel - encrusted with six individual small diamonds within a frame setting and body of chased, filigree-worked, articulated of 18 karat rose gold and silver. Six small diamonds are set at the tops of the gold domes. These kind of pendants are also known as 'Croix à la Jeannette'. This rare antique Christian cross...

A silver Tetradrachm Owl pendant with Diamond accent and 22 kt gold surround. Decorative gold details add a beautiful touch to this already remarkable Tetra...

This listing is made to order, meaning I will make the pendant and ship within three weeks. This coin was purchased from reputable ancient coin dealer. Excellent gold coin - see picture with US Quarter for scale (also shows smaller gold Indian coins I have for sale). Comes with certificate which guarantees authenticity and provides background information (listed below) on the acquired coin. Indian, Post-Kushan (Jammu and Kashmir) - Kidarite Successors, Vinayaditya Obverse: abstract Kushan style king standing left; ka in Brahmi to left; to right, jaya and monogram of Kidara in Brahmi Reverse: Abstract Ardoxsho seated facing, holding filleted investiture garland and cornucopia; ditya in Brahmi to left, śri vinaya in Brahmi down right Struck 5th-7th century The Kidarites, or Kidara Huns, were a dynasty that ruled Bactria and adjoining parts of Central Asia and South Asia in the 4th and 5th centuries. The Kidarites belonged to a complex of peoples known collectively in India as the Huna, and in Europe as the Chionites (from the Iranian names Xwn/Xyon), and may even be considered as identical to the Chionites. The 5th century Byzantine historian Priscus called them Kidarite Huns, or "Huns who are Kidarites". The Huna/Xionite tribes are often linked, albeit controversially, to the Huns who invaded Eastern Europe during a similar period. They are entirely different from the Hephthalites, who replaced them about a century later. Ardoksho (Bactrian script Αρδοχϸο), also Romanised as Ardochsho, Ardokhsho and Ardoxsho, the Iranic goddess of wealth was a female deity of the Kushan Empire...

This stunning 18K yellow gold pendant features an ancient Larissa Greek coin. The coin is intricately displayed within a secure bezel, highlighting its rich historical design. A perf...

Gorgeous coin with a beautiful sapphire at the bottom of the piece. The bezel was hand crafted from 18k gold to fit this coin. To appreciate the pendant's size, the relief of the co...

This fascinating antique cameo pendant is French origin, hallmark date is Paris 1798 Large oval shape artful hand carved from Carnelian hard-stone depicting a classic Greek Goddess M...

A bronze animal, possibly a panther or lion, from Ancient Rome. There is a marvelous patina on this beautifully rustic animal figure that demonstrates its age. The animal is set with...

A charming bronze deer head from the Ancient Roman Empire fashioned into a pendant trimmed with 21K gold accents and bale. There is a marvelous patina that demonstrates the deer char...

Discover a remarkable silver pendant featuring an original Roman silver coin dating back to 148 BC. This exquisite piece showcases a captivating depiction of the revered Goddess Rome...

A Denarius Silver [coin] richly trimmed with 18 karat gold orbs and bail. This "extremely fine" (EF) coin shows the Face of Medusa from the Roman Republic of L. Plautius Plancus circ...

A Georgian old cut diamond flower pendant, with six petals and a diamond set halter, mounted in silver, with scratched inventory marks 7142 C3/-1-, of English origin, circa 1790. Ap...

A Silver Tetradrachm [coin] displaying the head of Heracles and Zeus enthroned. This marvelous coin is from the Kingdom of Macedonia of Classical Greece, and was minted at Ake or Tyr...

An authentic Greek, Attica, Athens Tetradrachm Owl/Athena coin (circa 430-420 BC), set in a custom rounded, suspended style, 22k gold bezel with 22k go...

This striking pendant features an original bronze commemorative coin minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine I, circa AD 334, set in handcrafted 18k gold. On the obverse, we ...

Unveil the elegance of antiquity with this Ancient Roman Bird on an Urn Amulet Pendant. The imagery of this ancient Roman Bronze pendant is extremely rare and wonderful. The amulet...

A one-of-a-kind necklace pendant created by London-based jewellery designers, Hasbani Diamonds, that combines ancient history with modern craftsmanship. The centerpiece of this stunning piece is a bespoke genuine Ancient Greek Athenian tetradrachm, elegantly crafted in a wearable heavy sterling silver frame and a solid sterling silver belcher chain. Weight: 25 grams Height: 4.00cm Width: 3.5cm Period: Greek Mythology 5th Century BC Coin. Modern Frame Documents: Certificate of Authenticity from a BNTA & LAPADA member. Region: Southern Europe This necklace pendant is not just a piece of jewellery; it is a testament to outstanding beauty and magnificent craftsmanship. The designers at Hasbani Diamonds have carefully framed the ancient coin, enhancing its natural allure while also ensuring its preservation. The delicate details of the tetra drachma are meticulously highlighted, exhibiting the skill of the artisans who brought this historical artifact back to life. To complete the necklace, the framed pendant hangs gracefully on a 20-inch solid belcher chain. The choice of a belcher chain represents both style and durability, making it the perfect complement to the sterling silver and the rich history it carries. This thoughtful combination showcases the designers' attention to detail and their commitment to creating pieces that are not only visually stunning but also timeless in their quality. Wearing this pendant is like carrying a piece of history close to your heart. It becomes a conversation starter, as admirers marvel at the glimpse into ancient Athenian civilization. Furthermore, the pendant's design makes it versatile for both casual and formal occasions, allowing the wearer to effortlessly showcase their individual style and appreciation for art and history. In summary, the unique pendant created by Hasbani Diamonds is a masterpiece, blending the ancient past with contemporary design. Its outstanding beauty, magnificent craftsmanship, and wearable heavy sterling silver chain truly make it a remarkable piece of jewellery. Whether worn as a statement piece or cherished as a treasured heirloom, this pendant is sure to captivate all those who encounter its charm. When you purchase this exquisite coin, rest assured that it will come with a certificate of authenticity. The certificate is provided by a reputable member of, the British Numismatic Trade Association (BNTA), and the London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association (LAPADA), ensuring the genuineness and accuracy of the item. Athenian silver tetradrachm coins hold a significant place in ancient Greek history and numismatics. These coins, which date back to the 5th century BCE, were minted in Athens, the cultural and intellectual hub of the ancient world. On the obverse side of the coin, one can observe the profile head of the goddess Athena, adorned with a crested Attic helmet. The helmet is beautifully ornamented with three laurel leaves and a vine scroll, symbolizing victory and prosperity. Athena, the goddess of wisdom and warfare, was highly revered in Athens, making her the ideal choice for the obverse design. The reverse side presents an owl, the sacred bird of Athena, standing and facing right. The owl symbolizes knowledge, intelligence, and vigilance. To the right of the owl, the inscription ΑΘΕ in Ancient Greek letters denotes the city of Athens. Behind the owl, an olive spring and a crescent moon can be found, further emphasizing the ties to Athena and highlighting the importance of these symbolic elements in Athenian culture. The entire motif and inscription are enclosed within an incuse square, which creates a visually appealing and distinctive design. The use of an incuse square is an ancient technique that adds depth and texture to the overall appearance of the coin. Athenian silver tetradrachms were not only used as a medium of exchange but also served as powerful propaganda tools, showcasing the grandeur and influence of Athens. The intricate design and skilled craftsmanship of these coins exemplify the artistic prowess and cultural significance of ancient Greece. Today, Athenian silver tetradrachms are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts, not only for their historical value but also for their aesthetic appeal. These coins provide a tangible link to the rich heritage of ancient Athens and continue to captivate the imagination of individuals fascinated by the ancient world. Ancient coins have been utilized in jewelry for centuries, particularly in the form of pendants. These coins, which hold historical value and artistic allure, have been incorporated into various jewelry pieces, often serving as a testament to the wearer's appreciation for antiquity. The charm of ancient coin pendants lies in their exquisite craftsmanship and the stories they evoke. Whether it's a Roman denarius, a Greek drachma, or an Egyptian silver tetradrachm, these coins showcase the intricate details of ancient civilizations, featuring mythological figures, rulers, and symbols. The timeless beauty of these coins, combined with the creativity of jewelry designers, results in unique and captivating pendants. The significance of ancient coin pendants extends beyond their aesthetics. They provide a tangible connection to the past, serving as a bridge between modernity and antiquity. Each coin holds its own history, offering a glimpse into the economic, cultural, and political landscape of its time. By wearing such a pendant, individuals express their fascination with the past and their desire to keep its legacy alive. Throughout history, numerous prominent figures have been known to wear ancient jewelry, including pendants adorned with coins. Royals and nobles, such as queens and princesses, often possessed elaborate collections of ancient jewels, showcasing their wealth and refinement. Notable examples include Cleopatra, who adorned herself with opulent jewel-encrusted diadems and pendants featuring ancient Egyptian coins...

A Bee and Stag Silver Tetradrachm [coin] with round diamond & 18K gold detail. This coin was minted in Ephesus, Ionia, circa 390-330 BC. On the obverse sid...

Unveil the elegance of antiquity with this Ancient Roman Bronze Buckle Pendant, dating from the 1st to 2nd century AD (100-200 AD) with a 14 Karat Gold hand hammered bale. The fine...