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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
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

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Lavender Jadeite Jade Peach and Diamond Pendant, Certified Untreated
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved peach pendant set on an 18K white and diamond gold bail. The carved peach symbolizes longevity. It measures 1.39 inches (35.3 mm) x 0.79 inches (20.1 mm) with thickness of 0.29 inches (7.5 mm) weighing 7.4 grams. Included is a Hong Kong Gems Laboratory Jade Identification Report stating the stone is natural color, type A, 翡翠 (fei cui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k 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

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

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

Cartier Art Deco Jade, Coral, Onyx and Platinum Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 1920s Art Deco masterpiece by Cartier was inspired by the exotic gemstone combinations and design motifs of the Far East. Long sautoirs were all the rage and complimented the so...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

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

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

6.50 carat Pave Diamond Flower Medallion Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
6.50 Carat Pave Diamond Flower Medallion Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Star Pendant Necklace features a Large Star Medallion with a total of 6.50 carats of Champagne-col...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This amazing heart diamond necklace features a large heart shaped diamond weighs 10 carat. The diamond is bright white, completely clean, and vibrant with bold sparkle! The 18k Whi...
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2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 1837 Sterling Silver Padlock or Lock Charm / Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine padlock charm or pendant. In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. The curved post pulls oven and swivels to attach to a chain or bracelet. Marked T & CO for Tiffany and Com...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hand-Carved Silver Turquoise Coral Pendant
Located in Frome, Somerset
Using the ancient art of stone-carving, this stunning one-of-a-kind turquoise pendant has been hand-carved into the shape of a leaf and then hand-engraved. The top of the pendant whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Jeanique Hand Sculpted, Hand Painted Wearable Art - Necklace & Bracelet
Located in Eagan, MN
The Jeanique line is created by South African Artist Jean Houndsome. Her creations come in bold beautiful colors. I have a matching cuff Necklace with a matching cuff Bracelet The...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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 Clarity: N/A Cut: N/A Weight: 11.86 gram...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Epitome of Elegance: The GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Platinum Necklace! Are you ready to dazzle and captivate with unparalleled elegance? Loo...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tri-Colour Diamond Trinity De Cartier Necklace N3027000
Located in London, GB
An alluring 18k tri-colour gold diamond necklace by Cartier from the Trinity De Cartier collection. The necklace is composed of three open work circular motifs entwining in yellow, w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Vintage Russian Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant with Natural Aventurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
This charming vintage Russian Soviet silver cloisonné enamel egg pendant with natural aventurine reminiscent of Medieval Russian craftsmanship. Dating back to the Soviet period, it i...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Pendant Necklaces

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Aventurine, Silver, Enamel

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

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Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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

Mouawad Sapphire Diamond Jewelry Suite
Located in New York, NY
Whether you are an enthusiast of jewelry in the Art Deco style or a seasoned collector, you are likely also a fan of baguette diamonds and the hypnotizing geometric ribbons of light ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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

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

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 gre...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO. 18k Gold Frank Gehry Torque Necklace
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & CO Frank Gehry 18K yellow gold chain-link necklace with Torque pendant spring ring clasp closure Chain 16" in length Approx. .60" pendant Hallmarked: T&Co. Gehry 750 In gre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Chaumet Diamond Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Chaumet Paris Accent Stone: 11 diamonds Cut: Round Brilliant Weight: 0.10 carat approximately Color: D-E Clarity: VVS Metal: 18k yellow gold Era: Modern Circa: 2000s Hallmar...
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20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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

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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

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

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

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

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

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

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

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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

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

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Pear Shaped Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite necklace features a beautiful Swiss blue topaz set in 18k white gold with sparkling diamonds! The 1.33 carat blue topaz is a lovely elongated pear shape with gorgeous,...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 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

Charming Heart Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Discover timeless elegance with our 18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Pendant. Simple yet stylish, this classic piece is designed to enhance any outfit. The modern size ensures it stands ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flora Pendant - 18ct yellow gold with mixed diamond accents
Located in London, GB
NEW Flora Pendant - central brilliant white diamond 0.40ct with .80ct mixed coloured diamond accents set in an 18ct yellow gold mount.
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 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

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

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

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

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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

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

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau 1900 Opalescent Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau enamel Orchid pendant-brooch. An exceptional pendant-brooch in the shape of an orchid flower, created in America during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1900. This...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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

Platinum Asscher Cut Diamond Clover Pendant by Daniel K.
Located in San Francisco, CA
From the heart of New York City comes this exquisite pendant necklace featuring a platinum clover design from Daniel K that showcases the incredible craftsmanship and fine micro-pave...
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

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

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Pure Alhambra Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Pure Alhambra collection features the lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut round diamon...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White 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

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 from a trusted, local Native American j...
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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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