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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
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Retro Floral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Retro Floral Necklace A two-tone gold floral necklace with three rose gold roses adorned with round-cut diamonds and yellow gold leaves. Made circa 1940 Approximate Length: 16" ...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Plus qu'hier et moins que demain - Small Augis charm - 18k solid gold - love you
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this "Plus qu'hier et moins que demain" love token. This love medallion of all love medallions was first created by the famous Lyon jeweller Alphonse Augis. He based this...
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Late 20th Century French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Made 14K YG Match Sticks For Her & for Him
Located in New York, NY
Hand-Made Match Stick Pendant For Her & form Him Pendant Chain for Her and for Him Material 14K Yellow Gold Tree Color Stones Ruby-Sapphire-Orange sapphire Ruby .35ct Sapphire .12...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Set 18ct White Gold Cross Symbols Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Set 18ct White Gold Cross Symbols Necklace Brand- Cartier Model- Symbols Necklace Product Type- Necklace Serial Number- DN**** Age- Circa 2017 Accompanied By- Cartie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Peter Suchy 10.04 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique, one of a kind, custom cut diamond shape aquamarine and diamond pendant necklace. This stunning piece begins with a 10.04ct aquamarine that is accented by a halo of 31 round b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jean Mahie "Charming Monsters" Pendant/Longchain
Located in San Antonio, TX
Jean Mahie "Charming Monsters" Pendant/Longchain, 22k Yellow Gold.
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Virgin of Salamanca Gold Medal
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Chain with Virgin of Salamanca medal for woman 18kt yellow gold. The back of the medal is made with natural mother of pearl and its colour is reflected on the front. Measures: 3 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Versatile Puff Star with Diamonds and Polished Platinum Charm Only Reversible
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Star power puff star charm in petite size with pave diamonds in front, but reverses to 1 diamond in backside all in polished Platinum. If chain requested, please contact for additional cost. Custom engraving in limited space is available as additional also. Our puff stars are unique in their imperfect shape and have the versatility of a heavy sparkle pave saide or an understated solo diamond side according to mood. The charm and earrings pair up well together. Can be used as a pet charm...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18k Rose Gold Tiffany & Co. Natural Diamond Victoria Medium Necklace i15020
Located in Toledo, OH
Stunning Tiffany & Co. necklace from the Victoria line. Made from 18k rose gold on the Medium pendant and chain. Approximately .46ctw of sparkling marquise diamonds with VS clarity ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Casey Perez Sterling Silver Wavy Link Modern Collar necklace
By Casey Perez
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the works of visionary designers Verner Panton and Jean Royere, our Verner Necklace is a playful and elegant interpretation of line and form. With a wavy link design, thi...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Carved Moonstone Yellow Gold Greek God Hermes Antique Cameo Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped moonstone tablet measuring 13.0 x 16.5 mm - carved with cameo Depicting a cameo of the Greek god, Hermes wearing a winged helmet and with caduceus Transluc...
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1870s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold and 1.00 CT Diamond Pendant.
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite pendant, crafted from lustrous 14K white gold, features a dazzling array of diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carats. The diamonds, showcasing a mix of round brilli...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold Flower and Pearl Pendant.
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Gold Pendant for woman : 117x Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total weight of 0,60 cts. in G/VS quality : 18 kt. White Gold : 4,10 grams : 9mm Australian Natural Pearl : Brand new prod...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous creation taken from the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. This romantic locket has been formed from platinum and showcases a rich navy blue enamel filled bac...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Open Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautifully crafted pendant from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. Forming part of the Elsa Peretti collection, this open heart design celebrates th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Diamond Albion Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a dazzling diamond pendant from The David Yurman Company. This piece has been crafted from silver into a domed cushion shape; a typical features of their 'Albion' collec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
Exquisite vintage 18k lapis lazuli convertible pendant / brooch, adorned with dazzling diamonds. This brutalist style pendant is a great example of mid century art and craftsmanship....
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Ladies 14K White Gold Baguette & Round Diamond Rectangular Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: White Gold  Length: 20.00 inches Weight: 4.19 grams One ladies custom-made polished 14K white gold single strand collar, diamond necklace. The metal wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1920's 1.60 carat diamond, 18ct yellow gold and platinum set cross pendant; part of our diverse antique diamond pendant collections. This stu...
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1920s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 alhambra shape pink opal stone: 15mm. This necklace comes with Van Cleef & Arpels certificate of auth...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, White Gold

New Hermès Finesse Pendant Diamonds Rose Gold 18k
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning​ ​Hermès Pink​ ​Gold​ ​Pendant​ ​set​ ​with​ ​diamonds,​ ​adjustable​ ​lobster​ ​clasp.​ ​The​ ​ring-stick​ ​becomes​ ​pattern.​ ​A​ ​character,​ ​graphic​ ​and​ ​pure Pink...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14 Karat Two Tone Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K Two tone gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.51cttw Color: G Clarity: VS-SI1 Multi-Gemstone: 20 marquise cut = 9.10cttw Dimensions: necklace measure...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sweet Victorian Circa 1870 Engraved Yellow Gold Oval Locket
Located in Wheaton, IL
This exquisite Victorian locket is a true masterpiece that dates back to 1870. It is crafted from high-quality yellow gold and has an oval shape that makes it look elegant and stylis...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pendant Charm 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
Enhance your elegance with this exquisite small pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Adorned with a dazzling diamond weighing 0.4 carats, this pendant exudes sophistication and charm....
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Cultured Pearl Necklace A four-strand necklace with cultured pearls and 135 emerald beads separated with gold spacers. It features a center gold pendant adorned with mix...
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

ALFIERI St.JOHN'S CROSS Pendant
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Gold Pendant with Diamonds for women : 3.13 grams : 33x Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 0.20ct. in G/VS quality : 3cm long x 2cm wide : 18kt White Gold : Brand new product : Ref: D36...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Pendant Necklaces

18k Black Diamond and African Ruby Pendant with 14k Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k and 14k Black Diamond and African Ruby Pendant Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 15.5 inch chain, 1.5 inch pendant, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace - 1.98ct Stunning Jewelry Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Elevate your style with this stunning 14K yellow gold pendant necklace, adorned with a captivating 1.982 carat oval brilliant emerald and 0.14 carats of dazzling single-cut diamonds....
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

The Matilda Cat Ethical Amulet Pendant 18ct Fairmined Gold Blue Diamond Eyes
Located in London, GB
The Matilda Cat ethical gold pendant is sure to delight all who adore our four legged, feline friends. Made with 18ct Fairmined Gold and blue diamond eyes (1.5 mm diameter) She mea...
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Diamond, 18k Gold

French Plique A Jour Enameled , Paris 20th Century
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French Enamel Medallion Hallmarked with French Eagles Head, Workshop Stamp and 750 on 14k Rope Chain 20 inch. Recalling the Stained Glass Windows ...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

The Shanti Compass Amulet 18K Fairmined Yellow Gold & Diamond
Located in London, GB
Introducing the mega Shanti Compass pendant - the bold, beautiful big sister to our mini compass amulet. Designed as an empowering reminder for you to navigate your own path. It in...
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Blister Pearl and 0.42Ct Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, antique Victorian blister pearl and 0.42 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of ou...
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1860s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier Pasha Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a sleek and stylish pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This pendant has been crafted from 18ct white gold into a circular shape with an o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Double Horseshoe Pendant Locket
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Double Horseshoe Pendant Locket. This incredible Victorian horseshoe pendant locket is crafted...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This dainty Diamond and Pearl pendant was hand crafted in the 1920s. Centring around a 4mm drop down pearl, a circlet of platinum surrounds with six diamonds set between petal design...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Ladies 18K White Gold Three Flower Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Length: 16.00 Inches Chain Width: 1.30 mm Largest Flower Measurement: 9.80mm x 9.80mm Weight: 4.50 grams Ladies 18K white gold single ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard Large Happy Clown with Flowers Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Happy Clown With Flowers Pendant Necklace by Chopard. With 4 round brilliant cut diamonds = VVS1 clarity, E color total weig...
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20th Century Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Necklace - Vintage Style Jewelry, Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold pendant necklace, featuring a captivating 0.49 Carat Faceted Oval Tourmaline and shimmering diamond accents. SPECIFICATIONS: ...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 0.45ct Minnie Mouse Designed Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18K Yellow Gold necklace, adorned with a stunning array of 51 round brilliant natural diamonds. The main stones boast a total carat weight of 0...
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2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beautiful Cross Necklace with 2.21ct Mixed Shaped Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Introducing a luxurious pendant crafted from exquisite 18K white gold, adorned with a breathtaking array of diamonds. The centerpiece features a magnificent princess-cut diamond, wei...
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2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elegant 18K Yellow Gold Pear Modified Brilliant Tanzanite Pendant
Located in Holtsville, NY
Introducing our exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Tanzanite Pendant, a symbol of sophistication and timeless beauty. This pendant features a stun...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K 1.36ctw Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Necklace - Fine Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, featuring a captivating 1.36 Carat Emerald Cut Tourmaline and 0.27 Carats of shimmering Diamonds. Specificat...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Necklace with Baugette emerald and 2 Round Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Immerse yourself in the verdant embrace of nature with this captivating gold necklace, a symphony of emerald brilliance and sparkling diamonds. Crafted from luxurious 18K yellow gol...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond Double Heart and Bow Luckenbooth Silver Upon Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond set, Luckenbooth double witches' heart pendant, with rose cut diamonds set in the two hearts and bow, weighing an estimated total of 1.50ct, in grain and cut down settings, mounted in silver-upon-gold. Circa 1880. Luckenbooth brooches are traditional Scottish love tokens. They are usually a heart shaped brooch, often with a crown or coronet above one heart, or two intertwined hearts, with similar motifs to the Claddagh ring. European Heart-shaped brooches date back to late medieval period but this design probably did not appear in Scotland before the 17th century. It became very popular in the 19th century, featuring in the ranges of Scottish manufacturing jewellers, for the Highland outfitter and tourist trades. They are typically made of silver, although gold heart brooches were made for wealthy people and may be engraved or set with stones. The name comes from the Luckenbooths of Edinburgh. Luckenbooth is a Scots word for a lockable stall or workshop. Originating in the 15th century, they were the city's first permanent shops, situated on the Royal Mile near St. Giles Cathedral. Initially housing mainly silversmiths and goldsmiths. They were demolished in 1817. The brooches were often given as a betrothal or wedding gift. It might have been worn as a charm, by a nursing mother to help her milk flow or be pinned to a baby’s clothing. It was also known as a witch-brooch to protect children from evil. By the mid-18th century, Luckenbooth tokens featured heavily as trade silver...
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1880s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Noble Pendant with diamonds and sapphire in 14k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the ethereal beauty of this exquisite white gold pendant, adorned with twelve dazzling diamonds in brilliant cuts encircling a mesmerizing oval-cut sapphire at its heart. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950 Sterling Silver Matchbox Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite 1940s Sterling Silver Engraved Matchbox Pendant, a delightful fusion of function and style. Crafted from sterling silver, this pendant not only serves as a ...
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1950s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Henderson, NV
Crafted in 14K white gold, the necklace features a diamond set horseshoe in the center. 12 round brilliant cut diamonds: 0.36ctw. Color: G-H, Clarity: SI2-I1 Measurements: Horseshoe:...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Bezel Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 3.78 ct. emerald emerald cut in a handmade 18k yellow gold bezel and 18" chain. A great piece to stack with other necklaces or wear on it's own.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

1.01ct Marquise & Round Diamond Pendant in 18KT White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 18KT White Gold Total Carat Weight: 1.01ctw Chain Length: 15" Long Designer: SES Creations Number of Marquise Diamonds: 1 Carat Weight: 0.46ctw Number of Round Diamonds: 1 C...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique silver young child portrait pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare Art Deco era silver pendant, showcasing a scene of innocence and sweetness of a very cute child in his/her pyjama. The child's adorable presence is enhanced by intri...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Intricate Flower-designed Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in רמת גן, IL
Crafted from luxurious 18K yellow gold, this stunning ring is adorned with a dazzling array of gemstones, exuding opulence and elegance. The centerpiece boasts 74 round brilliant nat...
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2010s Singaporean Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Irina Volkonskii Very Long Doll Necklace from 2000s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Ultra Rare Irina Volkonskii for Paul Smith London, Very Long Pendant Necklace, made of Blue, White, Red, Black pearls with a Large Geisha Doll Pendant ad...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Citrine cabochon and 14k yellow gold pendant necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
Wear a delicious, crystalized drop of sun-soaked honey with this citrine and 14k gold pendant necklace. The natural inclusions in the citrine cabochon let the stone glow in any light...
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain by Meister
Located in Zurich, CH
Extraordinary 18 karat white gold and diamond cross pendant with chain by renowned Swiss tradition jewelry house Meister. Pendant designed as a cross and set with 17 brilliant-cut d...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Aquamarine Necklace
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
As if pulled from the depths of the sea in a Mermaid's treasure chest, this enchanting Aquamarine pendant brings with it the magic and mystery of the sea. The oval stone has been met...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Michael Bondanza Gold Butterfly Key Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the 18K Yellow Gold Butterfly Key Pendant Necklace from Michael Bondanza Fine Jewelry. This exquisite piece narrates the enchanting cycle of natur...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

10.66 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Pendant & Diamond Tennis Necklace In 18k Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this classic 10.66-carat diamond tennis necklace features a distinctive touch: a 1.51-carat Fancy Intense Yellow pear-shaped ...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.92 Carat Total Marquise Diamond Floral Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish pendant necklace showcasing for marquise cut diamond set in a beautiful flower motif design. Diamond weighs 0.92 carats total, G color and VS in clarity. Finely made...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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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