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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18kt Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco 18k Gold Pendant with Rock Crystal by Stigbert / Engelbert
Located in Magenta, IT
18k yellow gold Art Deco pendant designed by Ateljé Stigbert for Heribert Engelbert. Stockholm, Sweden 1946. Good condition. Hallmarks: Stigbert (Designer) HE (Heribert Engelbert, m...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Limited Edition Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2531 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2011 Model ARO24V00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Carnelian Weight approx 6.5 g Length approx 42 cm Condition Exce...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Goddess Athena Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek silver "hemidrachm" coin from the region of Thessaly 425-404 BC, depicting the head of the goddess Athena in Corinthian helmet is set in an ancient-inspire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 18k Gold Pendant with Rock Crystal by Stigbert / Engelbert
Located in Magenta, IT
18k yellow gold Art Deco pendant designed by Ateljé Stigbert for Heribert Engelbert. Stockholm, Sweden 1946. Good condition. Hallmarks: Stigbert (Designer) HE (Heribert Engelbert, m...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Sterling Diamond Mother & Child Pendant Necklace 18 3/4" - 925 Rnd Family Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Prince of Wales Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Spring Rin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Flower Blossoms Pendant - 925 Botanical
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Theme: Flower Blossoms, Botanical Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1 7/16" (36.3mm) Wide: 27/32" (21mm) Interior of top bail opening measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Turquoise Concho Solitaire Pendant Necklace 18" - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Box Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Rainbow Moonstone Solitaire Pendant - 925 Oval Cabochon Omega
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Rainbow Moonstone Cut: Oval Cabochon Style: Solitaire Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1 3/8" (34.5mm) Wide: 13/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Garnet Cactus Pendant - 925 Round 1.56ctw Desert Plant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Garnets Carat(s): 1.56ctw Cut: Round Color: Red Total Carats: 1.56ctw Theme: Cactus, Desert Plant Measurements Tall (from...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Amethyst Scrollwork Cross Pendant - 925 Oval 2.40ct Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 2.40ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Total Carats: 2.40ct Theme: Scrollwork Cross, Faith Measurements ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Native American Zuni Turquoise Pendant - Sterling Silver Leaf Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Greenish Blue Theme: Leaf Measurements Tall (fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Turquoise & Coral Mosaic Peyote Bird Pendant Ster 925 Water Bird
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Mosaic Color: Blue Natural Coral Cut: Masonic Color: Oran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Turquoise

Sterling Silver Malachite Flower Solitaire Pendant - 925 Oval Cabochon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Malachite Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Green Pendant Style: Solitaire Theme: Flower Measurements Tall: 1 3/16" (29.7mm) Wide: 1 3/32" (27.7mm) Weight: 5.7 Grams Stamps: Sterling, Stan D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Malachite, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Jumping Dolphins Pendant - 925 Mama Cow & Baby Calf
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Theme: Jumping Dolphins, Mama Cow & Baby Calf Features: Hollow Construction for Comfortable, All-Day Wear Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Inlaid Opal Palm Tree Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a great pendant. Makes you think of the summertime and the beach. This necklace is pre-owned but in beautiful condition. The Sterling Silver Chain is 18" long. At so...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Pendant #16900
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Pendant This beautiful Italian horn pendant was crafted from 18K yellow gold and would be perfect on a necklace or bracelet! Size: 20.0mm X 3.4mm X 3.0...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Italian MCM Yellow Gold .25 ct Diamond Necklace with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! The design is just so cool and I haven't seen any others like this. It has 7 brilliant cut diamonds measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.5 mm. The Clarity is SI1 an...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Paloma Picasso X Necklace Product Type- Pendant Ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling SIlver Cross Pendant Necklace on Bead Chain
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Sterling SIlver Cross Pendant Necklace on Bead Chain Metal: Sterling silver 925 Weight: 13.79 grams Cross: 17 x 17mm Chain...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant Gift for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby which enhances confidence, leadership qualities and attract career...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

New African IF 5.50 ct Deep Blue Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
The Sapphire stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It just shimmers and sparkles. The "IF" stands for "Internally Flawless". The stone is an oval cut and measures 12 x 10 mm...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade

An Art Nouveau Enamel And Pearl Pendant By Falize
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau enamel and pearl pendant by Falize, the five realistiacly caved gold leaves with green and pink plique-à-jour enamel decorations, embellished with seven natural baroqu...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Enamel

A Fabergé Varicoloured Gold And Moonstone Easter Egg Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé varicoloured gold and moonstone Easter egg pendant, the egg-shaped carved moonstone within a woven rose and green gold cage-work, suspended by gold pendant loop, bearing ha...
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20th Century Russian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel pendant-necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight rose-cut diamonds on light-blue...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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15k Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Heart-Shaped Blue Enamel Pendant-Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight ...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Natural Transparent Green Emerald 1.50 Carat Pear Cut Loose Gemstone from Swat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 1.50 Carats Dimension: 8.6x7.1x5 Mm Origin: Swat Pakistan Mine Shape: Pear Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand . Wearing an emera...
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Mid-17th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald

23.5" Yellow Jadeite Qi-Dragon Pendant Beaded Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite yellow jadeite pendant (62x43x12mm), masterfully carved into the form of a chi-dragon clutching a coin in its mouth, is a symbol ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold

Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace by Marret Frères
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond and natural pearl négligée necklace by Marret Frères, consisting of a diamond-set bow and wreath, suspending two asymmetrical diam...
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Early 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Dear Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Black Wood Topaz Heart Pendant 18 Kt Gold
Located in Milano, IT
Hand carved pendant shaped as an heart made in ebony black wood. On the claps: -Diamond -Emerald -Amethyst -Ruby The stones have been mounted in the order to recreate with the i...
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Small Crucifix Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Small Crucifix Beautiful vintage 14k yellow gold small crucifix! Size: 19.23mm X 12.99 mm Weight: 0.4gr / 0.2 dwt Hallmark: 14K ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoque Chalcedony and Diamond Pendant / Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque chalcedony and diamond pendant, in neoclassical style the two round cabochon-cut chalcedonies within a border of rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamond-set bow surmo...
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Graduating Diamond Open Circle Hoop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
From a box chain an open circle pendant delicately dangles. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this exquisite pendant showcases 1/4ct TDW of diamonds. Glittering round cut diamonds graduati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Heart Shape Pink Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Presenting this exquisite heart-shaped pink gemstone necklace, adorned with diamond accents, crafted in 18 karat white gold. This stunning handm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important NEO-EGYPTIAN NECKLACE Tutankhamun, Scarab, vintage 60s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Important old NECKLACE, NEO-EGYPTIAN Tutankhamun, Scarab Necklace, 60s vintage, impressive work of French artist, gold-plated metal, enamel, glass cabochons, length 71 cm, width 2 cm, weight 227 g, pendant 6 x 6.5 cm, very good state. The release of the film Cleopatra in 1963, starring Elizabeth Taylor, inspired many jewelry designers to create Egyptian jewelry collections. This magnificent necklace undoubtedly belongs to this era. In the 60s these jewelry designers were inspired by or made replicas of the treasures that were discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun by British Howard Carter in 1922. FR: Important COLLIER ancien, NÉO-EGYPTIEN de Toutânkhamon, Scarab Necklace, vintage des...
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1960s French Artist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Apatite Pendant Necklace, White Gold, 1.80 Carats Pear Shaped Turquoise Color
Located in Austin, TX
This teal colored apatite pendant and necklace is a spectacular gemstones with a truly unique color. Many people have not heard of the apatite gem but...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Apatite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearl and diamond pendant, the pear-shaped cultured pearl, measuring 0.8 x 0.6 mm, suspended by a diamond-set pear-shaped pendant loop, with three diamond-set circles, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Late Victorian Diamond Brooch/Pendant in a Fitted Box
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set brooch/pendant, set with graduated old European and rose-cut diamonds to an openwork foliate and scroll design, suspending a diamond-set drop, with detac...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Victorian Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and pearl pendant, the central pearl within a diamond heart surmounted by floral motif in pearl and diamond, a pearl drop to base suspended by diamond foliate dec...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Archaeological Revival Gold Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian archaeological revival gold cross pendant brooch, the Greek cross composed of five square panels, each square bearing to the ce...
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Mid-19th Century British Etruscan Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An Important Gold And Sapphire Cross By Robert Phillips
Located in London, GB
An Important gold and sapphire cross by Robert Phillips, the ornate gold cross set with a cabochon-cut sapphire and four pearls to the centre with furt...
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1860s British Renaissance Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Golden Topaz and Amethyst Cross Brooch-Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Georgian golden topaz and amethyst cross brooch-pendant, the pendant in the form of a cross with a round faceted topaz centre, oval faceted amethyst arm...
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Early 19th Century British George III Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold

Regency Multigem Swivel Seal
Located in London, GB
A Regency multigem swivel seal, the circular wheel seal set to either side with a circle of cabochon-cut turquoise, the centre lined with cushion-cut ruby,...
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Amethyst, Beryl, Garnet, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...

Mid-Victorian Emerald, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A magnificent mid-Victorian natural peal, emerald and diamond pendant, to the centre a natural pearl measuring approximately 7.7mm in diameter, surrounded by a lozenge-shaped frame set with four rectangular-cut emerald and eight old European-cut diamonds, with four outstretching diamond-set bow-like motifs, all within an outer oval border set with emerald-cut emeralds, and flanked with four smaller natural pearls each measuring approximately 4.9mm in diameter, suspending a detachable natural pearl drop with rose-cut diamond cap, the pearl measuring approximately 11.2 x 8.6mm, accompanied by certificate stating that all pearls are natural of saltwater origin, all surmounted by a diamond-set pendant loop, the diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total, the emeralds estimated to weigh 1.5 carat in total, all mounted in yellow gold, with a fancy link chain, with original fitted case, circa 1850, the pendant measuring approximately 6 x 2.8cm, the chain measuring approximately 41 x 0.3cm, gross weight 28.6 grams A gorgeous nineteenth century pendant from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. This pendant captures the mid-Victorian style of Renaissance revival, incorporating elements of fifteenth century jewellery design. This piece features a frame of emeralds and diamonds with a beautiful natural pearl in the centre. Further pearls decorate the frame of emeralds and diamonds, and a pearl drop from the centre completes the pendant. This ornate and striking piece is suspended from a lovely Victorian snake chain...
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Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Ruby Peacock Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and ruby peacock brooch/pendant, in the form of a peacock with its tail fanned, set with one hundred-eighteen pearls, and a ruby-set eye...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Artichoke Enamel Pendant by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
An Artichoke enamel pendant by Ilgiz F, the finely champlevé enamelled artichoke pendant made in 18ct yellow gold and suspended by a handwoven silk cord of bro...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Burdock Pendant by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A Burdock pendant by Ilgiz F, the octagonal shape faceted plaque with an openwork enamelled back depicting burdocks, suspended by a diamond-set and black ename...
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 14.3 x 11mm, yellow gold claw-set to the centre of an old-cut d...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Single Stone Pear Shaped Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond pendant, the pear-cut diamond weighing 0.71 carats, accompanied by AnchorCert Report, stating to be of F colour SI1 clarity, claw-set in white gold mount suspe...
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important Holbeinesque Garnet and Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
An important Holbeinesque garnet and enamel pendant, the large oval carbuncle garnet surrounded by a border of round faceted chrysolite and a...
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1860s British Holbeinesque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysoberyl, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond Brooch-Pendant
Located in London, GB
A diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the fine Victorian diamond centrepiece, centrally set with an old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 1.65 carats surrounded by old-cut di...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Holbeinesque Garnet Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Holbeinesque pendant, set to the centre with an oval cabochon-cut garnet, measuring approximately 14.9x19.1 mm, embellished with three rose-cut diamonds and a pearl on ea...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Natural Half Pearl and Diamond Brooch-Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural half pearl and diamond oval brooch-pendant, set to the centre with three graduating half pearls set with rose-cut diamonds, surrounded by cluster of fourteen half...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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

Edwardian Enamel and Natural Pearl Pendant or Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian enamel and natural pearl pendant/brooch, to the centre an old European-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.4 carats, surrounded by gree...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Garnet, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet, pearl and diamond brooch/pendant, set to the centre with four triangular cabochon-cut garnets between rose-cut diamond-set cross and natural pearl surround, with ...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, Garnet, Diamond, 9k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald, Diamond and Crystal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian emerald, diamond and crystal pendant, a lozenge shaped rock crystal, centrally applied with a square-cut emerald set between four old brilliant-cut diamonds, within an em...
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Victorian Coral Bead and Diamond Cross
Located in London, GB
A Victorian coral and diamond cross pendant, consisting of twelve round coral beads, each set to the centre with a rose-cut diamond all mounted in gold frame and suspended from a cor...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

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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