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Stone Cut: Cabochon
Ruby and diamond gold pendant
Located in Genève, CH
A 18k yellow gold pendant set with a cabochon ruby and approximately 1ct of diamonds (F-G VS). This is a pendant sold without chain.
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2010s Unknown Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Etruscan Style Necklace 15K Gold Rock Crystal Pendant c.1870
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this spectacular antique Victorian rock crystal cabochon pendant necklace made with 15ct solid gold in the Victorian era, c.1870. (*Please note: all other i...
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19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Edwardian Australian Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum over Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An Edwardian period Australian opal bow and garland necklace. Featuring a traditional diamond set bow and garland motif set throughout with old rose c...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum

110 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Necklace, Earring Suite 14 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
110 Ct Oval Natural Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Necklace Suite set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold is a stunning piece. This necklace showcases 17 natural cabochon emeralds, each encircled by...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Edwardian Garnet Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful ruby pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 9ct yellow gold into the the shape of a love heart. This hollow motif has then been meticu...
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20th Century Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

Parti-colored upcycled tourmaline cabochon and 14k yellow gold pendant necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
Meet "Mystery", a upcycled necklace created by Mary Elizabeth at Glitter and Gold Studio. This beautiful parti-colored tourmaline was chosen from an upcycled set of cabochon gems to...
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2010s North American Contemporary Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

5.44ct Moonstone and 0.63ct Montana Sapphire pendant in 18K white gold.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K white gold pendant, featuring a 5.44ct rainbow moonstone, paired with a 0.63ct Montana sapphire, accented by 0.33ct round brilliant-cut diamonds.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Carved Figural Coral Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A vintage coral figural pendant by Cartier. Depicting a figure carved in deep relief with a dramatic expression. Displaying beautiful natural colorati...
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Mid-20th Century Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 5.40ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
'Red Planet's Petal' opal pendant channels magnificent red, the rarest of all opal colours, straight into your heart, gently and persuasively.  Natural, untr...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 9k gold and Opal magnifying glass pendant, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique 9ct gold opal set magnifying glass pendant. It is a larger piece much larger than say a quizzing glass and is more the size of a traditional small magnifying glass...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Drop Pendant with Chain soo sweet with Malachite and Tsavorithe made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
Drop pendant made in a traditional Italian goldsmith in Valenza, delightful design, a malachite drop with a beautiful structure, set as if floating, held by 2 long fine crabs and an ...
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2010s Italian Modern Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Giorgio Facchini Kinetic Abacus Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold Coral Onyx And Agate
Located in Miami, FL
Orbital necklace designed by Giorgio Facchini (Pesaro 1947-). A statement abacus pendant, created by the Italian master jeweler, artist and sculptor, Giorgio Facchini. This is a one...
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1990s Italian Modernist Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Onyx, Fire Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

9K Gold Turquoise Cross / Crucifix Vintage Pendant on Sterling Silver Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Add a vintage charm to your collection with this 9K yellow gold cross pendant, set with 11 natural turquoises of gorgeous & distinctive sky blue colour On a matching sterling silver...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris 1994 Rare Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Malachite
Located in Miami, FL
Malachite necklace pendant designed by Cartier. This is a very rare and very hard to find necklace-pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. It was carefully...
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1990s French Modern Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Cylindric Pillar Green Jade Pendant (With Solid 14K Yellow Gold)
Located in Kowloon, HK
Drop and Dangle Green Jadeite stick tube Pendant with solid 14K Yellow Gold. A Jadeite stick tube (round circular shape birds eye view) topped and bottomed with 14K Gold finishings a...
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Substantial Hand-Carved Carnelian Seal Pointer Dog Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself making it easier for the watch to be withdrawn from a pocket. The base of the fob would often have been used to seal the wax of a letter or note. The opposite of a cameo, an intaglio is created by carving below the surface to produce and image in relief with the purpose of pressing into sealing wax, often used in signet rings. A fantastic figural fob...
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1880s Victorian Antique Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Large Gold and Carved Coral Art Deco Confucius in a Pagoda Charm Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Pagoda form Charm Pendant, measuring 1 3/4 inches in length X 1 1/2 inches and weighing 22.7 grams. The center featuring a finely detailed carved Coral Co...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Bumblebee Jasper, MR+MA+JAS)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in matte brass, matte sterling silver, and a jasper. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jasper, Sterling Silver, Brass

Angela Cummings 1993 Nephrite Green Jade Necklace with 18kt Yellow Gold Mounting
Located in Miami, FL
Nephrite green jade necklace designed by Angela Cummings. A very rare modernist piece, created in New York city by Angela Cummings, back in the 19...
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1990s American Modern Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Lodolite, DA+LOD)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in sterling silver and a slab of lodolite. Sterling silver, dipped in acid to create a subdued surface. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chai...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Handcrafted Blue Topaz Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have fabulous necklace from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. This pendant has been crafted from 18ct white gold with a plain polished ball motif atop play...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Rainbow Moonstone, MA+RMS)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in matte sterling silver and a slab of rainbow moonstone. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Lodolite, MA+LOD)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in matte sterling silver and a slab of lodolite. It comes on a 74 cm sterling silver chain. Each piece a unique and this is what makes it spec...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, PA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in polished sterling silver and a slab of garden quartz. It comes on a 74 cm sterling silver chain. Each piece a unique and this is what makes...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, DA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in acid treated sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A French made, victorian period natural sapphire and pearl necklace in 18 karat gold. Set with sapphires encompassing the full rainbow of color. Featu...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, MA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in matte sterling silver and a slab of garden quartz. It comes on a 74 cm sterling silver chain. Each piece a unique and this is what makes it...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, KA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in the shape of chrysalis made in oxidized sterling silver and a slab of garden quartz. It comes on a 74 cm sterling silver chain. Each piece a unique and this is what makes...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

AIG Certified 9.50 Carat Burma Ruby 2.70 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
This captivating pendant includes a vibrant allure of the brilliant red ruby , enhanced by the radiant sparkly of diamonds. Immerse yourself in the luxurious beauty of this mesmeriz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, DA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in acid treated sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, DA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in acid treated sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, KA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in black sterling and a rough garden quartz. Black Sterling is a surface oxidation of sterling silver. This finish may fade over time, which can be considered an enhancement...
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Rainbow Moonstone, DA+RMS)
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant necklace made in acid treated sterling silver and a slab of rough rainbow moonstone. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

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Rainbow Moonstone

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, KA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in oxidized sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, DA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in acid treated sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, PA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in polished sterling silver and a slab of rough garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

15.71 Carats GIA Jadeite Jade & Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Untreated Jadeite Jade Cabochon & Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold Jadeite Jade & Diamond Pendant features a natural 15.71 Carat Oval Jade Cabochon surrounded by 4.10 Carats o...
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Late 20th Century North American Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Lapis Reviere Necklace in 14k & 18K Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Lapis Necklace in 14k & 18K Gold. This Riviera styled necklace features 12 cabochon-cut lapis gemstones, each measuring 19–16 mm, and exhibits gold detailing within each stone, enh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst Cross Pendant #16530
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Amethyst across Pendant- This lovely cross features one oval cabochon amethyst (7 mm x 5 mm) set in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold. Size: 50 ...
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20th Century Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Black Onyx Marcasite Necklace Sterling Silver Bow Motif Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO BLACK ONYX MARCASITE NECKLACE OF THE FINEST QUALITY. THE PENDANT NECKLACE HAS A MAGNIFICENT ROUND BLACK ONYX PENDANT SET WITH A STERLING...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Extra Large Lantern Charm w/ Encrusted Jewels
Located in Venice, CA
This vintage 18k gold Italian lantern charm is encrusted with citrine, amethyst, garnet, tourmaline and turquoise, bezel set among Etruscan Revival wirework and granulation. The orna...
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1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Australian Opal Diamond Vintage 14K Pendant Solid Rainbow Huge 20.88 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...LUXURY HUGE GIA CERTIFIED SOLID AUSTRALIAN OPAL & DIAMOND VINTAGE 14K PENDANT & BOX! FINE EARTH-MINED HUGE 19.28 CARAT AUSTRALIAN SOLID OPAL, FROM AUSTRALIA. CROWNED WITH 1.60 CARATS SPARKLING VS WHITE DIAMONDS. REGAL AND IMPRESSIVE.... Still Perfectly Kept in Leather Box. Printed on Lid is "By Appointment to the late King George V. The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd 112 Regent St. London W.I." ELECTRIC BLUE, NEON GREEN, PEACH, GOLD, AND PURPLE RAINBOW FIRE Glowing from Within! These Mesmerizing Vintage Opals Are Rare, and Change Colors Every Way You Move Them....STUNNING! OFFICIAL GIA CERTIFICATION PAPERWORK IS INCLUDED. VALUABLE REAL SOLID OPAL--NOT A DOUBLET, AND NOT DYED, OR TREATED. Still Perfectly Kept in a Vintage Leather Presentation Case with Chocolate Velvet Plush and Ivory Silk Interior. Printed on Silk of Lid "By Appointment to the late King George V. The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd 112 Regent St. London W.I." SIZE: BIG Pendant is over 1 1/4 inch (35.5 mm) North to South x over 1 inch wide (26 mm) and 1/4 inches deep (7 mm) Won't be missed...sparkling from across the room. From a safe in Savannah, Georgia This is a huge pendant....Investment Piece. It's Almost Impossible to Find Natural Opals This Huge Size. You will be thrilled with this one....guaranteed. PLEASE NOTE: Authentic and GUARANTEED. I Always Guarantee Your Satisfaction Or A Quick Cheerful Refund From Me. Thanks! This treasured pendant comes from a high-end estate in Savannah Georgia. My reserve price is very low and way below the value of this piece. This gorgeous pendant has been stored away in a vault for years, and would make a perfect gift for yourself or someone special. You will love this fine Pendant....looks amazing on. Class is always in Style!! 1 Natural Solid Australian Opal (25.01 mm long x 19.96 mm wide) Approx. 19.28 Carats 32 Sparkling Earth-Mined Diamonds VS-SI Clarity G-H Color Approx: 1.60 Carats Setting size 35.5 MM North to South x 26 MM wide (Over 1 1/4 inches x Over 1 inch wide) Vintage Leather Pendant...
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20th Century Cabochon Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Purple Jade Dragon Donut Pendant Lantau Zhong with 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
The 'Lantau Zhong Purple Jade Dragon Pendant is the medium sized version of our famous Lantau Jade Dragon Design. We have a donut of Purple Jade with our renowned dragon design cared...
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified 30.86ct Emerald 23.65 Rubies 1.52ct Diamonds and Pearls Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Experience true magnificence with this extraordinary 50cm necklace, set in an 18K pink and yellow gold masterpiece. A 16-carats rectangular intense bluish-green emerald takes center ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Turquoise Granulations Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with a natural turquoise and granulations. A simple and clean piece completely handmade that can be worn 24 /7
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Chrysalis Necklace (Cremaster Emergence, Garden Quartz, MA+GQ)
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace in matte sterling silver and a rough of garden quartz. It comes on 74 cm sterling silver chain.
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2010s Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Red Jade Hong Laughing Buddha Pendant (With 14K Yellow Gold)
Located in Kowloon, HK
The 'Cha'an Hong Red Jade Laughing Buddha Pendant' takes inspiration from the traditional laughing Buddha figure that originates from Zhejiang....
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Turquoise Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold pendant with natural turquoise stone. Small in a quite not busy style with the outer filigree and a line of granulation can be paired up with any other one you want t...
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1950s Greek Neoclassical Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

N.E. From Signed Sterling Silver Pendant Amber Cabochon Danish Silver Jewellery
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This lovely example of Danish silver jewellery is fully signed N.E.From in impressed script on the reverse of the pendant. Danish jeweller and s...
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1960s Danish Post-War Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

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Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 9K Opal Cluster Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Opals are proof of mother natures magic and this bouquet of cheerful opal flowers contains kaleidoscope of ocean blues and electric purples blend perfectly with flashes of lime green...
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1910s English Vintage Cabochon Necklaces

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Opal, 9k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Green Sapphire and Diamond
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural green sapphire (oval cut), cabochon amethyst and round diamond. We work with german gems company, that...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gr...

Natural Cabochon Sapphire Pearl Vintage Style Pendant in solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Add a delicate and unique aesthetic to your look with this pendant by GEMMA FILIGREE. Our antique design gold pendant equate to delicacy and light openwork, while maintains strength for everyday wear for a lifetime. CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: 9K Yellow Gold (oxidized...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cabochon Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Jade Fortune Pendant V2 with 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
Symbolizing generosity, the Lai See Fu Fuku Fortune Pendant V2 represents traditional sharing of wealth during Chinese New Year. Made out of Jadeite, with a solid 14K Yellow Gold c...
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Lavender Jade Laughing Buddha Pendant (With 14K Yellow Gold)
Located in Kowloon, HK
The 'Cha'an (Purple) Jade Laughing Buddha Pendant' takes inspiration from the traditional laughing Buddha figure that originates from Zhejiang....
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
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Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Green Jade Triple Virtue Lai See Pendant with 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
The 'Triple Virtue Lai See Pendant' encompasses the 3 virtues of the Orient, Fortune, Prosperity, and Love. These characters are displayed in a typical 'lai See' formation, typical o...
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2010s Hong Kong Cabochon Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Shop a Collection of Antique and Vintage Cabochon Necklaces on 1stDibs

While they dazzled onscreen in the 1940s and '50s — and were coveted by women wanting to emulate their matinee idols — today, antique and vintage cabochon necklaces and other pieces of cabochon jewelry are back, conveying all the glamour of the past.

Cabochon pendants, cabochon link necklaces and other types of cabochon necklaces are polished, intense and enthralling, like the screen sirens who wore them. The ongoing popularity of statement jewelry and the desire among vintage jewelry enthusiasts for beautifully crafted 20th-century designs have contributed to the return of pieces showcasing bold, juicy cabochon-cut gemstones — on the red carpet, in contemporary design studios, in campaigns by renowned brands and in dealers’ collections. And when we talk about cabochon jewelry, we can’t help but think of the stunning jewels worn during Hollywood’s Golden Age.

Ladies of the silver screen such as Joan Crawford, Marlene Dietrich and Mary Pickford often wore their own cabochon necklaces, rings and other cabochon jewelry in films and worked with such legendary houses as Trabert & Hoeffer-Mauboussin, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Verdura to create their favorite pieces. 

A cabochon-cut gem is a popular gemstone cut. It is most often an oval or round stone with a flat bottom and a polished dome top. Another much-admired style of cabochon is the sugarloaf, which is shaped more like a high pyramid with a rounded tip.

Softer stones — those that score 7 or lower on the Mohs Hardness Scale — are traditionally cut into cabochons since scratches tend to be less noticeable on a cab’s convex surface than on the flat planes of a faceted cut. Emeralds, which register around 7.5 or 8, are commonly cut as cabochons, although the highest-quality examples are often faceted.

Thanks to its depth, a cabochon cut can intensify the hue of a colored stone like an emerald, sapphire or ruby. And it enhances the optical effects seen in some gems, such as the iridescence, or rainbow-like play of color, in opals; the adularescence, or milky glow, of moonstones; the chatoyancy, or cat’s-eye effect, of tigereyes; and the asterism, or star-shaped display, in star sapphires and rubies.

Carved cabochons also make interesting pieces. For example, the cameo gemstone, which features a carved silhouette, has had a resurgence in recent years.

Find antique and vintage cabochon necklaces and other cabochon jewelry on 1stDibs.

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