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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
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. Please specify your desired chain l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

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

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Opal, White Gold

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

Materials

Jade

Van Cleef & Arpels Limited Edition Rhodonite Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCARP7TD00
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold rhodonite and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2021 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

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

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

Natural Yellow Cushion Diamond 2.13 Carat TW Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond pendant. Mounted in a beautiful 18K Yellow Gold setting with natural cushion cut yellow diamonds. This pendant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Syna Yellow Gold Coffee Mug Pendant
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Namrata Kothari have created an extraordinary ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified .30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pearl Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond, pearl and sapphire butterfly pendant necklace. GIA certified natural no heat blue sapphire accented with natural peal, genuine ruby and old mine cut diamond accents. White, ...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Breathtaking Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 1.60 Cts/91 Pcs Emerald 2.04 Cts/4 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
Rain drop shape pendant with diamond bale. The Golden South Sea Pearl is situated at one end of the pendant with Diamond pave bale on the other end. Please note that the chain is not...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k 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

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Jade

Tanzanite Cabochon Pendant 21 Carats Diamonds 18 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Tanzanite Cabochon Pendant with a Diamond surround is done in 18K White Gold and is brand new and never been worn. This tanzanite is a...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

.35 Carat Diamond Synthetic Emerald Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930’s style Art Deco pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the engraved, pierced and filigree 14k white gold pendant which is set with 9 round European cut diamonds and accented by 2 green synthetic French cut emeralds. 7 tassels dangle below the pendant adding to the elegance of the piece. The 18 inch cable chain gathers about an inch above the pendant. This necklace features a unique synthesis of a synthetic emerald gemstone and a shimmering diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast, indictive of the era. 9 round diamonds approx. total weight .35cts 2 French cut synthetic emeralds...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" long Pendant: 0.71"(18.1mm) long x 0.52"(13.2mm)" wide Diamond: 11 round brilliant diamonds, c...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

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

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Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold

Natural Diamond Pendant 1.10 ct 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Make sparkle a priority with this elegant baguette and Round diamond Cluster Halo with a delicate design open work around the cluster in this pendant necklace. Inspired by the era o...
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2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

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

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

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

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

Blue Sapphire, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
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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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond br...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Hakimoto 12 mm drop Pearl 18k Pendent
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto 12 mm Perfect drop 18k Pendent
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

16.15 Carat Australian Opal, Diamond and Emerald Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed House of Ming design with a Natural Australian Lightning Ridge Dark Gray Opal Pendant Necklace. Center Hand set with a securely nestled ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

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Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Owl Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.10 ct approx Chain sold separately Crafted with 18 karat yellow gold, this pendant is enriched with 0.10 carats of dazzling diamonds, nee...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine 1.00 Carat Colombian Natural Emerald Bar Pendant 18 Karat
Located in US
Fine Colombian Green Emerald Solitare Bar Pendant 18K Yellow Gold (White gold also available) Fine Natural Colombian Emerald Oval Cut 1.00 Ct ( Five oval cut emerald ) Excellent Cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Diamond Pave Heart Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Truly beautiful Diamond Pave Heart Pendant by Chopard. Happy Diamonds collection, combining the feminine style with jewelry excellence. This heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain
Located in New York, NY
An updated take on the classic shield shape. This pendant, in stunning royal blue enamel, is set off by a gold star with a center diamond. It has chunky jump rings, and hangs off o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Lorraine Schwartz 18k Yellow Gold Speak No Evil Monkey Diamond Necklace
By Lorraine Schwartz
Located in London, GB
18K yellow gold Lorraine Schwartz white and yellow diamond Speak No Evil monkey pendant necklace with rolo chain and 14K yellow gold lobster clasp closure. Metal Type: 14K Yellow Go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Antique Necklace Eye of God solid 19K Gold / 26.6 gr
Located in SE
Antique,ca late 18th - early 19th century hand-made necklace, Egyptian revival styled or could be used for ceremonial or religious purposes. A linked chain with repeating floral pat...
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Late 18th Century European Egyptian Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Platinum Green Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Platinum Green Diamond Pendant Necklace. Arrows are apart of human history, found in the depths of the earth by archaeologists discovering culture and sophistication of the human race...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

.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

18k Gold Deco Style Pendant with Opal and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco is the influence for the design of this modern pendant. This piece features a opal center rosecut stone with a black onyx backing to create a rich blue/green color. Fabricated in 18k gold, with a geometric rim of diamonds around the opal. This is a fashionable pendant which is beautiful worn alone, or layered with other necklaces. The pendant hangs from a gold round link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

0.08ctw Diamond Charm, 14k Yellow Gold, Dainty Pendant Charm, Flower Shape
Located in McLeansville, NC
Add a touch of whimsy and elegance to your jewelry collection with this charming mini diamond charm pendant. Crafted from 14k yellow gold, this dainty pendant features a flower shape design set with 0.08 carats of a sparkling diamond. The intricate detailing and brilliant shine of the diamond make this pendant a standout piece that will elevate any outfit. Whether worn alone on a delicate chain or layered with other charms, this flower diamond charm...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Abstract Evil Eye Necklace with Tsavorites and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Abstract evil eye in 18 karat yellow gold set with 1.30 carats Tsavorites and 0.10 brilliant cut Diamonds. A larger size evil eye in an off round shape that hosts the chain behind t...
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "Mantra Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Necklace" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Necklace" ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Rose Cut Blue Sapphire Sun Pendant, Silver with Paper-Link Chain
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
The glorious warm everlasting lamp of our lives, the Sun. Worshipped in many cultures, suns have various meanings to different people. When we feel lost and have an inability to see clearly, the sun never lets us down by rising and shining brightly upon the path, guiding us to what is important, back to ourselves or a new beginning. The sun reveals to us that new beginnings are born everyday, encouraging us to forgive ourselves when it set yesterday and reminds us to keep moving forward - as life on earth could not continue if the sun shut off for even a split moment. Details: - Rose Cut Light Blue Sustainable lab Sapphire (Our gemstones are sustainably created and are 100% the same chemical and physical properties as mined, just environmentally and ethically more friendly.) - Silver...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Cartier Bean Diamond Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Cartier Description: Bean Diamond Necklace Metal Type: 750PG/ Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.6g Width: 16 in (406.4 mm) Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing Box - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Natural Fancy Brown Mined 1 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Marquise 1 Carat
Located in Dearborn, MI
Natural Fancy Brown Mined 1 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold Marquise Cut Featuring a Genuine Natural Mined 1.00ct Fan...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds by the Yard Single Diamond Pendant Yellow Gold by Elsa Peretti T & Co
Located in Newton, MA
Iconic Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard® Single Diamond Pendant by Tiffany & Co. offered by Alex & Co. A single hand-polished bezel set brilliant cut diamond shines at the center of...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow 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

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Chain Necklace 18k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald Diamond Halo Chain Necklace with in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut emerald and round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Messika Lucky Eye Malachite Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Define your neck with this Messika Lucky Eye necklace. It is a masterfully crafted creation that promises to hold its beauty and value for a long time. Includes: Original Box, Origi...
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2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our mesmerizing 49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold. This extraordinary pendant features an extra-large Freshwater Baroque Pearl, bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yel...

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite Victorian Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace features a central carnelian. Cherished for its deep hues and symbolic ties to courage and vita...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Starfish Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This lovely pendant necklace from Tiffany is sure to become one of your favorite accessories! It comes crafted from silver, and the chain carries a starfish pendant.
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Australian 4.86ct Premium Quality Opal Doublet Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Simple but stunning is the ‘Greta’ pendant featuring a superb opal doublet (4.86ct) from Coober Pedy, Australia. The luminescent colour play of the opal gemstone is emphasised by the...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Yellow 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

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage German 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enameled Heart Charm
Located in Troy, MI
This lovely vintage 18 karat yellow gold German lapis colored enamel heart charm will look lovely suspended from a chain around your neck or hanging off a bracelet. Charm has flowing...
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2010s German Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Bean Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. ‘Bean’ diamond pendant set in 18k yellow gold. From the current Elsa Peretti Bean design, the pendant depicts a solid yellow gold ...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fabergé Guilloche Egg Pendant, Workmaster Anders Johan Nevalainen
Located in Chesterland, OH
A Fabergé workmaster Anders Johan Nevalainen gilt silver egg pendant, guilloche azure enameled and featuring an embossed image of a berry with a branch with seven simulated diamonds,...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Gilt Metal

A 19th Century Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
The central pear-shaped rose-cut diamond within a surround of further rose diamonds, in open claw mount, beneath rose diamond surmount, length 3.7cm. x 2,1cm Weight: 4.6gr.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bespoke 1.97 Carat Diamond Solitaire Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Effortlessly beautiful, a 1.97 carat European-cut diamond shimmers from inside a platinum bezel, suspended on a delicate 14 karat gold chain. The perfect accessory for every occasion...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 14K Gold Figural Adam and Eve Pendant with Ruby and Pearl
Located in Venice, CA
14K Gold Figural Adam and Eve Pendant with Ruby and Pearl In a 14k gold rectangular pendant, Adam and Eve are framed under the Tree of Knowledge as the sn...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Opal necklace gold Unisex pendant Lord of the Rings style gift special person
Located in Berlin, DE
One of a kind piece from a Vrubel collection by Alexey Gabilo - gold necklace with big Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.28 x 0.98 x 1.26 in / 7 х 25 х 32 m...
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bespoke Diamond Heart Cluster Pendant 0.15ct
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
Unique features: A Diamond Heart Cluster Pendant, with 3 round brilliant cut diamonds pavé set in 18ct white gold. Diamonds 3 = 0.15ct (estimated), Graded in setting as Colour: G,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Aquamarine Multi-strand Necklace with Ammonoidea Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a multi-strand aquamarine (with a mixture of transparent to opaque stones) necklace with an ammonoidea (1.63 x 2.25 x 0.75 inch) pendant in sterling silver frame and with a t...
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Vintage Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. Blue Sapphire Sugar Stack Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. ‘Sugar Stacks’ sapphire necklace set in 18k white gold. From the now discontinued ‘Sugar Stacks’ collection, the pendant depicts...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 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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