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18k Gold Reversible Demeter Coin Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Greek silver coin center inset Decorate with white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Bulgari Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl Pendant Gold Steel Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold and stainless steel Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl pendant necklace by
Category

Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Steel

Dubini Roman Ancient Silver Coin Rose Quartz Medallion 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
coin circa 111-110 B.C. set in 18K gold on a rose quartz disc suspended on a rolo chain with a lobster
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Dubini Artemis Goddess Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Gold Toggle Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
168-148 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with bullet amethyst, garnet, topaz, citrine and peridot cabochons
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Peridot, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Rhodolite, Silver, Yello...

Dubini Alexander the Great Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Gold Toggle Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
18K yellow gold embellished with bullet moonstone cabochons, paired with a unique rollo chain front
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Pegasus Pendant Brooch Carnelian Cameo Ancient Greek Mythology 18K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Pegasus Pendant Brooch Carnelian Cameo Ancient Greek Mythology 18K Gold This gorgeous estate
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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond Sapphire Tourmaline Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Silver and Gold 18 Karat two-tone Cross pendant is crafted from 18 Karat solid
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Italian Venetian Murano Glass Pendant Cameo of Crucified Cross in Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
-style that is associated with Greek mythology of Faith Sterling Silver 925, 32 Grams Has real 18K Yellow
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Italian Venetian Murano Glass Pendant Cameo of Crucified Cross in Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
area is oxidized silver) with small natural Amethyst Peridot gemstones set with small 18K Yellow
Category

2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver

Georgian French Carnelian Cameo Pearl 18 Kt Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold Hallmarks: French hallmark Paris 1798 and serial/inventory
Category

Antique 1790s French Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, 18k Gold

18k Ancient Tanit Bronze Coin Necklace w/ Diamonds with Leather Cord
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold pendant Leather Cord with 18K gold decoration Ancient, authentic Greek bronze
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Dubini King of Parthia Ancient Silver Coin Medallion 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
-38 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with bullet amethyst and citrine cabochons. Coin Ø 28-29mm Chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold

Old Byzantine Cross Antique Roman Design Hand Made set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Set In Italy with mat 18k Yellow Gold Approx size: 1.5' inch tall (35mm) Complimentary 16' inch
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Early 2000s Italian Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze, Gold

Etruscan Revival Bacchus Allegory Amazing 18 KT Diamond Enamel Rare Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
, large sculptured 18 KT gold pendant Italian Artistry made totally by hand, by some great past goldsmith
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Early 20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Festoon Necklace With Scarabs Beetles 19Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
carefully crafted in the desirable Egyptian-Etruscan revival style in yellow gold of 18 and 19 karats and
Category

Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER by Lisa Sotilis 1969 Jacqueline Kennedy Belt-Necklace 18Kt Gold Vermeil
Located in Miami, FL
was crafted with modernist patterns in solid sterling with 18 karats yellow gold vermeil, meaning it
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Vermeil

European 1970 Modernist Necklace 18Kt Gold 176.25 Ctw Rhodochrosite Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
colorful and elegant piece has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Greek Key Athena Coin Pendant Enhance
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Coin Pendant with the Greek Key is all made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Coin Greek Key Pendant of Alexander
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant enhancer is all made by hand and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Dubini Demetrius I Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Amethyst Citrine Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
Demetrios I minted circa 200-185 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with bullet amethyst and citrine cabochons
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver

Mapamenos Natepas Diamond Collar Necklace
By Mapamenos Natepas
Located in London, GB
yellow gold. The design features a series of rectangular links, the front nine of which have each been
Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Black Diamond Pendant Drop Greek Key Enhancer
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Diamond Pendant is all made by hand and
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Pair of Earrings and Matching Pendant, Greek Key Design in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A pair of earrings and matching pendant in 18-carat yellow gold. Pendant length 6.6 cm x width 4.9
Category

2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leto Lama Neon Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and Mozambique Oval Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a one of a kind handmade Paraiba Tourmaline necklace set in 18 Ct Yellow Gold combining a
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold

Angel Pendant Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Pear Yellow Citrine Best Gift for Her
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Guardian Angel Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Pear Yellow Citrine. The angel is made of
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2010s Greek Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer spiral pendant necklace is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and carved
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Coin Pendant of Alexander
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant enhancer is all made by hand and
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S. Georgios designer presents a delicate 18K Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Necklace, masterfully
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rhodium Diamonds Byzantine Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios unique designer pendant is all handmade from solid 18 Karat yellow Gold. This pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Vintage Lalaounis 18k Gold Sailboat Pin Pendant Onassis Yacht
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
use of florentine brushed 18k yellow gold while the ship floats on the carved sodalite gemstone sea
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant with Black Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Pendant, meticulously
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Angel Pendant Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz Aquamarine Gift for Her
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Guardian Angel Pendant Necklace in 18Kt White Gold with Pear Lemon Quartz and Round Blue Aquamarine
Category

2010s Greek Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Dubini Serpentis Snake 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring is handcrafted in 18K yellow gold with organic forms mimicking the slithering of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Square Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Pendant enhancer is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Triangle Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Opal 18K Gold Italian Mesh Chain Surrealist Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
. This necklace, handcrafted in Italy with meticulous attention to detail, features an 18K yellow gold
Category

2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Evil Eye Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents an exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Blue Enamel Evil Eye Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Blue and White Diamond Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S. Georgios designer presents an exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Pendant, meticulously
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Oval Shaped Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold all custom made. This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Rope Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Chain Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer chain pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Evil Eye Round Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamond Chain Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer chain necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pear Shape Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Teardrop chain pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Dubini Serpentis Snake Small 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring is handcrafted in 18K yellow gold with organic forms mimicking the slithering of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Pendant Brooch
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant enhancer is handmade in 18 Karat yellow gold. It is microscopically
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Brooches

Materials

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

18K Gold Coin Snake Shape Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Greek bronze coin center inset. Ancient Greek. Pontus
Category

2010s Asian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Three Stone Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made bead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Blue Wave Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rhodium Two-Tone Round Ruby Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold custom-made. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Coin Pendant of Athena
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Pendant all handmade and features a Gold Coin of
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Konstantino 925 Silver and 18K Gold Carved Mother of Pearl Cross Large Pendant
By Konstantino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
& 18K Yellow Gold Hallmarks: K 925 750 Total Weight: 43.3 Grams Stone: Mother of Pearl Condition
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2010s Greek More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold White and Blue Diamond Oval Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This simple and elegant S.Georgios designer pendant is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Coin Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold handmade Coin Pendant Necklace featuring 6 Brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Diamond Evil Eye Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Georges Braque Hebe Brooch 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Georges Braque
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pendant is made of 18 karat yellow and white gold and accented with round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Diamond Grecian Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

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18k Yellow Gold Pendants Greek For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k yellow gold pendants greek you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 240 antique edition and 510 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k yellow gold pendants greek among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18k yellow gold pendants greek — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georgios Collections Inc, Ilias Lalaounis and Alexia Gryllaki each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a 18k yellow gold pendants greek featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. Most of our 18k yellow gold pendants greek for sale are for women, but there are 346 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 18k Yellow Gold Pendants Greek?

The price for a 18k yellow gold pendants greek starts at $165 and tops out at $130,333 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,175.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Pendant-necklaces for You

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.

Questions About 18k Yellow Gold Pendants Greek
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, 18k gold can tarnish, but it is uncommon. Pure gold does not combine easily with oxygen and therefore does not tarnish. The higher the karat, the less likely a piece of gold will tarnish.

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