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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Steig 14k Yellow Gold Boulder Opal Free Form Pendant 18" Twisted Rope Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Boulder Opal - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Green, Blue, and Orange Plays of Color - 12.7x8.6mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 16.34 G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Yellow Gold

Multicolor 14k gold cross pendant
Located in Istanbul, TR
Multucolor 14k gold cross pendant. Fancy color lab sapphires Cross Pendant. Religious Cross Necklace. Simple everyday cross. Marquise cross pendant. Gol...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Pegasus Denarius Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver denarius coin issued in 90 BC depicts a prancing Pegasus and the initials of the moneyer (minting authority in Republican Rome), Q Titius. The Romans incorporated...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

20th Century Green Stone and Jade Necklace by Fumiko Ukai
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century Jade and Stone Necklace by Fumiko Ukai of Berkeley, CA An elegant necklace created by the late Berkeley jewelry designer Fumiko Ukai, composed of nicely graduated carve...
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, ...

MOISEIKIN 1.64ct No Heat Ruby Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
There are scales in music Sound, And there are colour schemes. These are vibrations of sound and colour, these are waves that penetrate everything around them and connect people and ...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

MOISEIKIN 1.45ct No Oil Columbian Emerald Diamond Sapphire Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
There are scales in music Sound, And there are colour schemes. These are vibrations of sound and colour, these are waves that penetrate everything around them and connect people and ...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

18 kt. Yellow and White Gold, Turquoise & Diamonds Mattioli Necklace / Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow and White Gold, Turquoise & Diamonds Mattioli Necklace / Pendant Turquoise: turquoise gemstone 29 mm x 37.8 mm Diamonds: brilliant cut diamonds together 0....
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Enchanting 18k White Gold Heart-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Necklace w/0.71 ct
Located in רמת גן, IL
Enchanting 18k White Gold Heart-Shaped Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace w/0.71 ct - IGI Certified Introducing a captivating 18k white gold diamond solitaire necklace that embodie...
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2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 5.30 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, cara...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Portal Necklace (Big Spike Var., Mega Pavé, DA+PA+DIA)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Pendant necklace in sterling silver with a rough diamond slab. This slab is removed from a larger chunk of diamond, it comes on a 74cm chain. This item is made with a naturally occur...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Chrysalis Necklace (Plate, Short, No.3, DA18K)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Pendant necklace in sterling silver and a 18k solid yellow gold layer fused on the surface. It comes on a 74cm chain.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek Thessaly 5th Century BC Horse Coin 18K Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A uniquely shaped oblong authentic silver "hemidrachm" coin from the town of Trikka in ancient Thessaly (Greece) depicts the forepart of a horse leaping. The reverse shows a youth wr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Talisman Necklace (Lemurian Laser, DA+LEM)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Talisman necklace in dirty sterling and rough of lemurian quartz. Sterling silver, dipped in acid to create a subdued surface. The Talisman series is an exploration into the power of...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Plate Necklace SPECIMEN (Adaptation, Texture Transfer, Tanzanite, MA+TAN)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Necklace in the shape of plate in sterling silver and slab of rough tanzanite. The Talisman series is an exploration into the power of natural crystals. Each product with the status ...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Talisman Necklace (Brandberg Amethyst Quartz, KA+BAQ)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Talisman necklace in oxidized sterling silver and brandberg quartz, a blend of amethyst, clear and smoky quartz. The Talisman series is an exploration into the power of natural cryst...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Jazz's Heart Necklace (Little, PA)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Jazz's Heart Necklace in polished sterling silver. This series is based on a heart that Jazz, Evan’s daughter, drew directly on his chest when she was five years old. This item is ma...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Talisman Necklace SPECIMEN (Brace-Held, Healed, Fuse, Verdelite, DA10KW+VER)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Necklace in acid treated sterling silver with fused layer of 10k white gold and rough of verdelite, green tourmaline. The Talisman series is an exploration into the power of natural ...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold

Eleven Pear Sapphires Diamonds 4.83 Carat White Gold 19.5 Inch Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Eleven Pear Sapphires and Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace – a timeless piece of jewelry that combines elegance and sophistication. Handcr...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

White Gold Diamond Journey Pendant 14k Round .25ctw Cascading Spiral Ribbon Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Total Carat(s): .25ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: I - J Clarity: I1 Style: Five-Stone Journey Theme: Cascading S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli and Emerald Hamsa Necklace
Located in Troy, MI
Made from rich 18 karat yellow gold with striking lapis lazuli and emerald "eye" this Hamsa necklace will protect you from evil. Dating back to the Phoenicians the Hamsa, or Hand of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Turquoise Coral Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

Cartier Diamond Le Baiser du Dragon Large Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A Cartier diamond pendant from the Le Baiser Du Dragon collection in 18 karat white gold. Pave set with 1.54 carats of D/E color, VVS clarity diamonds throughout. Strung on a 15" Sil...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Lavender Jade Pendant: Wait Until You See the Other Side, Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This circa 1950s natural and untreated jadeite pendant is a showcase of lapidary skill and artistry. The pale violet and light green stone has been c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.00 Cttw Fancy Gray Diamond Mushroom Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold this sweet mushroom is encrusted with 2.00 Cttw Fancy Gray diamond accented with black rhodium for a striking look! White diamonds accent the bai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Henry Dunay diamond and platinum pendant necklace. SPECIFICATIONS: DIAMONDS: nineteen round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 1.00 carat, approximately F-G color, VS c...
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Syna Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Evil Eye Pendant with Blue Sapphire & Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Mother of Pearl 12 carats approx. Blue sapphire 0.10 carat approx. Diamonds 0.03 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited Edition Crafted from 18 ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.5ct Cushion Cut Natural Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Sheridan, WY
Make a statement with this magnificent 2ct natural blue sapphire pendant of platinum silver. The centerpiece of this pendant is a breathtaking 7.2x6.8mm cushion cut natural blue sapp...
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2010s African Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Silver

Roman Malakov 0.32 Carats Oval Cut Ruby with Round Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and beautiful piece of jewelry showcasing a 0.32 carats color-rich oval cut ruby, set in an intricately sunburst design accented with br...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in Johns Creek, GA
LAST PRICE REDUCTION! Get this gorgeous piece before its GONE! This beautiful one-of-a-kind pendant/ brooch was from the Estate of Alfred W. Miles. Mr. Miles was a CPA in New York, ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Necklace with pendant set with diamond up to 0.12ct 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamond 0.12ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 0.5 mm wide size of the pen...
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.56 Ct Round Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Simple Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a round cut sapphire studded with halo of diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Round Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow gold Gold weight: 11.30 grams Pendant: 35mm(1.38") diameter Silk Cord: 18" Tiffany black silk cord...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Carlo Giuliano Hardstone Cameo of Bacchus Gold and Enamel Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
An antique hardstone, pearl and enamel pendant by Carlo Giuliano c.1883, the pendant centred with an oval hardstone cameo of Bacchus, the head and shoulders of the figure facing left...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst and diamond yellow gold pendant circa 2000. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P5041 Scroll down for specifications. Showcasing a large amethyst displ...
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Single Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Style: Motif Pendant Necklace Metal Type: White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stone: RARE Turqouise Pendant Size : Med...
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2010s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Labradorite White Diamond Rock Crystal Double-Sided Long Drop Necklace, Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
Globe Necklace hand-fabricated by Kothari Designs featuring a gorgeous double-sided, three dimensional pendant hand-fabricated in 18k yellow gold and ox...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Quartz, Labradorite, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamon...

Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendent/Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
Pendent-Brooch composed of an oval decorated with interlacing punctuated with white pearls. 18K yellow gold frame. French work. Dimensions: 3.30 x 3.00 cm. Gross weight: 7.53 g.
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and Pendant in Silver 925 Devotion of "St. Rita of Cascia"
Located in Roma, RM
Devotion to Saint Rita da Cascia Tiny industrious golden bees create this choker. Length can be customised. The pendant is a rose and measures Jewel inspired by the devotion to Saint Rita da Cascia St. Rita da Cascia was born in 1381 in Roccaporena, a small suburb of Cascia (Italy). Pope Leo XIII...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 12.5mm long Weight: 4.90 grams Hallmark: "T...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green Beryl Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Beryl Necklace, with its mesmerizing blue-green color and open bezel, is suspended on the designer's signat...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Beryl, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold

Cosmic 18K Gold Creation Pendant
Located in Coral Gables, FL
ADD TO CART This limited edition, Cosmic Creation Pendant Necklace is inspired by patterns in the cosmos. Using the Thoscene platform developed by John Brevard, this 18K gold and created sapphire...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chameleon Diamond Necklace, 4.41 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chameleon diamonds are the rarest and most sought after of the fancy colored diamonds, and they are the only natural colored diamonds with the ability to change color. This stunning heart-shaped brilliant-cut jewel displays a certified fancy grayish yellowish green...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Flower Pendant with Champagne Diamond
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping beauty turquoise 3.20 carats approx. Champagne diamonds 0.02 carat approx. Chain sold separately ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Untreated Tanzanite Pendant, 104.39 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A monumental 104.39-carat cushion-cut tanzanite is the star of this eye-catching pendant. The gem has been certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) as being untreated, meaning that no clarity or thermal enhancements have been used to achieve its vivid purplish blue color. Virtually all tanzanite stones are heat treated, so a perfect untreated stone...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Platinum

Iridescent Pearl Embedded Diamond One of a Kind Pendant Drop Necklace, Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Necklace by Tej Kothari handmade in matte-finished 18k yellow gold featuring a gorgeous, iridescent white freshwater baroque pearl inlaid with a single round brilliant-...
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Y...

1/2OZ 22K Fine Gold Standing Lady Liberty Medallion with 1.00cttw Diamond Halo
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Coin Information ♥ Country: United States Precious Metal Content: 1/2OZ Fine Gold Denomination: $25 Coin Metal: 22k Fine Gold Year: Varies Weight: 23 Grams Obverse: Lady Liberty...
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2010s North American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold

Lollipop Multi Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K White Gold Diamond 1.25 Cts/91 Pcs Multi Sapphire 3.65 Cts/7 Pcs With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Style Yellow Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Antique looking Yellow Sapphire and Ruby Pendant necklace, with Diamond - all set in 18K gold, rhodium polished. Stone Details: Stone: Yellow Sapphire, 15.90 carat, Oval shape St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, 18k Go...

14k Solid Yellow Gold 6.11CT Oval Shape Natural Opal 0.17CT Diamond Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Elegant and opulent! Opal is always a semi-precious stone that you will not be disappointed with! Spectacular 14k solid yellow gold pendant made up of 6.11 carats gem Opal in a clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Thoscene Topaz Gold Peace Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Thoscene collection pendant in gold with a 14mm hexagonal stepcut created aquamarine. Aquamarine evokes the purity of crystalline waters, and the exhilaration and relaxation of the s...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Gold

18 Karat Gold Vermeil Guardian Angel and Cherub Cameo Pendant
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Veneto
Finely detailed porcelain cameo depicting a scene with guardian angel and cherub. Bold and elegant, this is the ideal statement piece to include in you...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Vermeil

Roman Malakov 0.40 Carat Round Diamond Black Rhodium Hamsa Hand Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A hamsa pendant necklace showcasing a hand with a six-point star in the middle, encrusted with round brilliant diamonds. Attached to an diamond encrusted bale. Diamonds weigh 0.40 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium

Diamond Compass Pendant Mother of Pearl Charm, Find Your Way, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
Do you guide others, or perhaps you are always looking out at the directions available to you? This compass talisman will speak your truth in a fine jewelry style. Made with a solid ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov Round Diamond Open-Work Pentagon Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful piece of jewelry features 3 rows of round brilliant diamonds, set in an open-work design. The middle row is set with yellow diamonds weighing 0.22 carats total. White ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Roman Malakov 1.58 Carats Total Round Diamond Cluster Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant pendant necklace showcasing a 0.19 carats diamond center stone surrounded by flower petals overlaid with sparkling melee diamonds. Accent diamonds weigh 1.39 carats total...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.82 Carats Total Round Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing this gorgeous 18K white gold heart pendant with an elegant open-work design; set with round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.82 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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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