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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Irene Neuwirth Labradorite Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Irene Neuwirth 18k rose gold necklace. 5 cabochon color change marquise Labradorites, each with a halo of round diamonds. 1 round cabochon labradorite. 18.5 inches long. 5 cabochon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Bottle Neck Chain
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Bottle and Neck Chain, made of Sterling Silver. Bottle 29 x 22mm. Metal: Sterling Silver Carat: N/A Colour: N/A Clari...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Happy Diamonds Flowers Necklace Pendant in 18K White, Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This stunning Happy Diamonds flowers pendant is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a unique and stylish accessory. The pendant itself is made of high quality 18k gold and feat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Amethyst Peridot Flower Pendant - 14k Round .72ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethysts Carat(s): .52ctw Cut: Round Color: Purple Natural Peridot Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Marquise Color: Green Total Car...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold pendant with amethyst, sapphires and diamonds. Amethyst pendant in 14k gold. Pink sapphire pendant in 14k gold. Material: 14k gold Weight: 1....
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

0.53 Carat Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Bold and yet Dainty.. This Chain Necklace has a U-Shaped Pendant that has 13 Round Cut Diamonds (Clarity: SI, Color: F) that weigh 0.53 Carats. The total carat weight of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 3.7 Carats Black Diamond Granulated 22K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautifully lustrous 9 mm round rose cut faceted black diamond rests in a wonderfully contrasting stacked large/small "jawan" traditional handmade 22K gold setting in this distinct...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 22k Gold

18kt White Gold Diamond, Pink Sapphire, and Blue Sapphire Pendant, 15 in, New
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
NEW, Contemporary 18kt white gold diamond, vibrant pink sapphire, and blue sapphire designer pendant on a blue silk rope necklace that has an 18kt w...
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2010s Lebanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold

14K Yellow & White Gold Crucifix Pendant #16904
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow & White Gold Crucifix Pendant This beautiful crucifix pendant was crafted from 14K white and yellow gold for a gorgeous two-toned look! Size: 26.96mm X 19.99mm X 3.99mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Natural Nephrite White Hetian Jade Necklace, Birds and Nature Motif
Located in Hong Kong, HK
For your consideration is a certified natural nephrite jade necklace. This jade is very well carved. The jade carving is of scenic nature of birds and trees. The Hetian nephrite jade carving is close to being white. The photo (#3) that best represent the jade color is the one taken with a human hand as the background. Hetian jade...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Authentic Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace. Elsa Peretti, a true pioneer of design, translates all she sees in the natural worl...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

5.50 Carat Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Aqua and diamond halo pendant necklace. 5.50ct natural untreated oval aqua surrounded by 18 round brilliant cut accent diamonds in 14k white gold. 18 inch chain. 1 oval cut ...
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Roman Goddess Victoria Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "denarius" coin from the Roman Empire 193-211 AD, depicts the goddess Victoria advancing, holding a wreath and trophy. Victoria, the personification of victory, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

4.78 Carat Sapphire and Asscher Cut Diamond Cross
Located in New York, NY
Asscher Cut Sapphires and White Asscher Cut Diamond set in this beautiful and minimalistic Cross. Set with very little metal to allow light to pass from all angles for maximum brilli...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Oscar Roty Madonna and Child 22K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 22 karat (22K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oval disc with a carved relief of the Madonna and Child, signed O. Roty. The reverse depicting a branch of lilies wit...
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19th Century French Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

No Reserve Beautiful Gift Cat Pendant Opal 925 Silver Moissanite incrusted
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing our stunning new jewelry piece: a beautifully crafted cat design pendant, perfect for any cat lover. Made from 925 Silver with a luxurious Gold coating, this pendant feat...
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Round Pink Tourmaline Open Quatrefoil Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning quatrefoil pendant features a captivating pink tourmaline at its center, prong set in 18 karat rose gold. This exquisite piece showcases a harmonious blend of delicate ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LB offers Vintage Navajo Sterling Turquoise concha pendant Peking glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Large Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concha Style Vintage pendant necklace. This piece is large and dramatic and calls attention to itself. The green vintage Chinese Peking glass beads...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

GIA 0.69 Carats Fancy Dark Brown Diamond Pear Shape Pendant Rose Gold 14 Karat
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA 0.69 Carats Fancy Dark Brown Natural Diamond Pear Shape Pendant Rose Gold 14 Karat. Set in 14k rose gold pendant. chain measures 18 inch. easily adjustable to 16 inch with the a...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold

Imperial Russian Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant, Workmaster Ruch Fedor Andreevich
Located in Chesterland, OH
This antique Imperial Russian gilt silver egg pendant showcases colorful polychrome cloisonné enamels depicting floral, foliage, and geometric patterns. Dimensions: Height (excludin...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Ancient Greece 280BC Tarentum Silver Stater Boy Riding a Dolphin 14Kt Gold Frame
Located in Miami, FL
Boy riding a dolphin framed coin pendant. An ancient silver coin of one Tarantine Stater struck between 280-240 BC in the Greek port city of Tarentum, located in Calabria in the ver...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque Medal Geminorum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2511 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2022 RRP £2,280 Inc taxes / $ 2,430 Excl taxes / 2,650 € Inc taxes Model Pendant :ARP7SV00/ Necklace:ARP7U600 Serial Number Pendant JC******/Ne...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Kazakhstan Dendritic Agate Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
Dendritic (Moss) agate from East Kazakhstan, Karaganda, Kazakhstan. Moss agates (dendro-agates) form a vein-like deposit of opal-chalcedony composition in the clay zone. The color is...
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2505 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2017 RRP £ 2,990 Inc. taxes/$3,200 Excl taxes/3,500 € Inc taxes Model VCARO9VA00 Serial Number JE**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones M...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.40 Pink Opal Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this pendant necklace is hand set with 16.40 carats pink opal, emerald and 4.40 carats of sparkling diamonds on the 29" chain.. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storef...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Rock Crystal Rose Quartz Sapphire Pendant, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Rock Crystal Rose Quartz Sapphire Pendant, 1900 A massive Pendant, Rock Crystal layer is held between the Rose Quartz halves with a cabochon Sapphire in the bottom. 1900 Stylish anti...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sapphire

Van Cleef & Arpels Byzantine Alhambra Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2504 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2023 RRP £2,750 Incl taxes / $2,920Excl taxes / €3,200 Incl taxes Model ARD38900 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell Diamond and Ruby Open Heart Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Charles Krypell ruby and diamond open heart necklace is meticulously crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Adorned with a striking contrast of rubies along the heart pendant's edge a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Paved Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2261 Comes With Pouch Only RRP £7,500 Inc taxes / $ 7,950 Excl taxes /8,700 € Inc taxes Model VCARA45300 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Diamond Weight app...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpel Three Butterfly Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Butterfly Collection by Van Cleef & Arpels, where masterful craftsmanship meets nature's delicate beauty. This iconic necklace showcases three...
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Mid-20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 0.05 Carats Total Round Diamond Small Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A small pendant necklace showcasing 0.05 carats total brilliant round diamonds, G color and VS in clarity, set in a religious cross design. Suspended in a 16 inch 18K White Gold cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Victorian Emerald-Set Gold Snake Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
A Victorian emerald-set gold snake necklace, the head set with four emerald-cut emeralds and a further pear-shaped emerald and with three colour gold textured and polished foliate de...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Pendant with 17.96 carats Amethyst Diamonds set in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the enchanting allure of Amethyst, exquisitely set in 14K yellow gold. This magnificent gemstone, renowned for its vibrant purple color, is ideal for those who appreciate th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 0.45 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a classic and simple religious cross pendant necklace set with brilliant round cut diamonds weighing 0.45 carats total, G color and VS in clarity respectively. Suspended ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Star of David Rose Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Unisex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique 14K rose gold Star Of David pendant necklace, is set with a total of 0.47 carat round brilliant diamonds. David Star size is 0.60" inches long (top to bottom) and 0.54” wide....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Yellow Gold Extra Large Pendant 5 Strand Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Happy Spirit Extra Large Diamond Pendant 5 Strand Chain Necklace by Chopard. The Chopard 18k Yellow Gold Extra Large Happy Spirit Diamond 5 Strand Necklace showcases...
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Early 2000s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 6.70ct Old Mine Cut Diamond & Black Enamel Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Victorian-era locket with a checkered board-style motif in black enamel and adorned with old mine-cut diamonds totaling approximately 6.70 carats. Crafted in 18k yellow ...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1920's Filigree Platinum Over 14K WG Gold Bright Blue Sapphire Pin/Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This enchanting filigree pin / pendant comes from the 1920's and is made with platinum over 14k white gold with a blue sapphire center stone. This pin can be worn in many different w...
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1920s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

LB offers 1920’s Butterfly wing hand painted glass Sterling pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a 1920’s Hand painted Butterfly wing English Sterling Silver and glass pendant. This piece is lovely and the hand painted Dutch scene is meticulously done. T...
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Mid-20th Century English Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Zodiaque medal Leonis 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2517 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2024 RRP £2,280 Incl taxes/ $ 2,430 Excl taxes / 2 610 € Incl taxes Model VCARP7SO00 Serial Number JF****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold We...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.17 Carat Diamond and South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning 2.17 Carat Diamond and South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant This one of a kind beauty has a magnificent 15mm South Sea Pearl in the center. It is surrounded by 104...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Rose Gold Solitaire Diamond Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Classic elegance at it's finest! This 18 karat Rose Gold necklace features a single round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.43 carats expertly bezel set and suspended from a link chai...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Amulette de 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2524 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 RRP £ 5,000 incl. VAT/ € 5 650 incl. VAT Model B3047300 Serial Number AG**** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight approx ...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Collier Belle époque en or, jade et diamants
Located in PARIS, FR
Collier ancien en or gris 18 carats (750 millièmes) et platine du début du 20ème siècle, serti d'un cabochon de jade d'env. 21 carats dans un entourage de diamants taille rose et tai...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

IGI Certified 27.00 Carats Heart Shape Natural Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
This exquisite Diamonds necklace is an epitome of luxury and elegance. The sparkly diamonds , meticulously set in a stunning gold setting , create a mesmerizing display of opulence. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Roman Malakov 0.44 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a classic and simple religious cross pendant necklace set with brilliant round cut diamonds weighing 0.44 carats total, H color and VS in clarity respectively. Suspended ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2522 Comes With Dandelion Authenticity Guarantee Card Only Model Happy Diamonds Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Diamond Weight approx 8.7 g Length approx 44 cm Condition Excellen...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
6 pear shape emerald weighing approximately 3.8 carats 93 round brilliant cut diamonds approximately 0.70 carat H-I color included 14k yellow gold circa 1980s 17.5 inches long ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.82ct Diamond & 8.35ct Natural Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace, 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
An elegant necklace featuring a graceful dancing ballerina adorned with a stunning array of sapphires and diamonds. The tutu of the ballerina showcases an invisible set of natural bl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

0.54 Carats Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bradenton, FL
This beautiful aquamarine and diamond pendant is made in 18K white gold with a fantastic selection of gemstones. The 0.54 Ct. oval shape aquamarine placed as the center stone is the ...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Tri Color Gold Crown of Heart Medallion Necklace 17.5 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Experience the exquisite elegance of the Tiffany & Co. 18-Karat Gold Crown of Heart Medallion Necklace. This captivating piece is a testament to Tiffany & Co.'s legacy of timeless de...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue on White Porcelain and Lapis Lazuli Pendant Long Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a blue on white porcelain and lapis lazuli pendant necklace. It is constructed with 10 mm smooth lapis lazuli beads, three 20 mm hammered sterling silver beads, four 28 mm po...
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Bvlgari Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Bulgari Circle Drop Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this delightful Bvlgari Diamond Gold Necklace. This Diamond pearl Diamond Drop necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, with square and circular diamond motifs.  The gleami...
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1990s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Butterfly Diamond Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the timeless Flying Beauties collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a butterfly pendant with lapis lazuli wings ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

1.57ct White Diamond & 1.87ct Yellow Diamond Necklace, 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
A finely crafted panther necklace adorned with an assortment of round brilliant-cut and yellow radiant diamonds, exuding elegance and allure. The eyes of the panther are accentuated ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Rose Gold

A.Jeschel Long Pearl necklace with Jade carved beads.
Located in Miami, FL
Imagine a necklace that speaks of heritage, elegance, and a touch of mystique. Picture a strand of lustrous, creamy pearls, each one unique in its shape and hue, carefully selected f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl

Vintage Navajo Turquoise Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Greenport, NY
This is a beautiful vintage Southwest Navajo all sterling silver squash blossom necklace. No apparent makers or mark - this piece was acquired fr...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 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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