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Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin and Diamond 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
diamond 22k yellow gold pendant on 22k gold handmade paper-clip chain necklace. Chain necklace is 18
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace with Silver Dionisis Image
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold handmade Pendant Necklace featuring a replica of an
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

A Bronze Greek [coin] pendant w 18 karat gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Bronze (Æ), "very fine", coin trimmed with 18 karat gold as a unique charm or pendant. This coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Georgios Collections Reversible 18 Karat Gold Sapphire and Diamond Coin Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer handmade pendant enhancer in 18 Karat yellow gold all custom made. It's
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Gold and Coin Pearl Yvel Biwa Necklace
By Yvel
Located in Princeton, NJ
An 18 karat yellow gold and coin pearl necklace by Yvel. The necklace is called the "Biwa", and
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Coin Reversible Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant enhancer is all handmade in 18 Karat yellow and white gold custom made
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

A Widow s Mite Prutah [coin] Pendant w 18 Karat Gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze Æ Prutah [coin] Widow's Mite Pendant trimmed with 18 karat gold from the land of Judea
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin and Tourmaline Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with an Ancient Roman Coin in the center and embellished
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Heavy Curb Link Necklace with Ancient Roman Coin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Title: A bold and timeless statement piece crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold, this vintage necklace
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Gold Necklace with Coin Medallions, ca. Late 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful and high-quality antique necklace crafted in 18 karat gold, weighing an impressive 69.7
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Antique Late 19th Century European Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Amazonite 18 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
. The closing necklace was an antiques Japanese coins in bronze, refined with gold and diamonds. Length
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2010s Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite, Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Ancient Byzantine Coin 22k Gold Reversible Spinner Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
22k yellow gold 18 inch rolo chain necklace. Rare and unique ancient coin displayed in a versatile
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bulgari Ancient Coin Gold Leather Cord Modernist Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
Tied to the past. This timeless Bulgari ancient coin, 18 karat yellow gold, and black leather cord
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1990s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Dubini Sphinx Agate Intaglio 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic Sphinx agate intaglio
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bull Ancient Silver Coin 18 Karat Ruby Citrine Cabochon Medallion
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features authentic silver coin minted in
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Silver Pompei XII Coin Replica with Diamond 24 Karat Gold Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
XII Pompei Coin with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Diamonds: 0.02ct, Colour: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Knot Link Long Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with French hallmarks for 18 karat gold Circa: 1870s Width at widest: 5.0 mm Total length: 40.5 inches
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Antique 1870s Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Choker Mini" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Kyme Ancient Silver Coin 18 Karat Citrine Amethyst Topaz Cabochon Medallion
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features authentic silver coin set in 18K
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, Amethyst, Garnet, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Bulgari Ancient Coin 18K Gold Vintage Flip Roman Constantine Vintage Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stamped with Italian assay marks for 18 karat gold Numbered and fully signed for Bvlgari, Made in Italy
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Vintage 1980s Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Dubini Heart Scarab Ancient Egyptian Medallion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
18K yellow gold. Handmade in Rome. The piece comes with a yellow gold toggle necklace adorned with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Pendant with Silver Olympia Image
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold handmade Pendant Necklace pictures face of Olympia
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Choker Mini" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold

Carlo Weingrill 1980 s 18K Gold Vintage Ancient Roman Coin Tubogas Necklace
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in Philadelphia, PA
348-351 A.D. Completed by concealed clasp closure Stamped with Italian assay marks for 18 karat gold
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Vintage 1980s Classical Roman Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Yellow Gold Pendant with Sovereign Coin 1958 Elizabeth II
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
crafted 18-karat gold setting. The sovereign coin itself is made from 22-karat gold, featuring the
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Yellow Gold 1973 Persian Five Pahlavi Coin Set in 15K Gold Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
comes with the 18" black leather cord shown in the photos. It's 2.7mm thick and has a 14 karat gold
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O Ring Choker" Medium Necklace 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
unique version combines a Sterling Silver 925 and a 18 Karat Gold bonded O-ring. Materials: Sterling
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1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver

A Silver Tetradrachm Owl with Diamond 18 karat gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
original coin weighs 17.19 grams and is 25.21 mm wide. This silver coin has 18 karat gold trim around its
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Bulgari 1976 1803 US Coin 18K Gold Monete Lady Liberty Vintage Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
assay marks for 18 karat gold Fully singed for Bvlgari Circa: 1976; from the Monete Collection Width at
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Vintage 1970s Modern Link Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Dilys 70 s Style Traveler s Coin and Diamond 18K Gold Chain Necklace
By Dilys
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, yellow and white gold necklace carries the stories and cultures of many different cities with the coins
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Chain Necklaces

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

AR Drachm Helios [coin} Pendant with 18K gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
. There is simple and elegant 18 karat gold trim and bail around the coin. On the obverse side, is the 3/4
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

18K Gold Janus Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Decorate with white diamonds 0.208ct Ancient, authentic Rome silver coin
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2010s Asian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Pendant with Silver Athina and Pegasus Image
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold handmade Pendant Necklace pictures Pegasus and a face of
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Pendant with Silver Apollon Image and Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold handmade Pendant Necklace featuring a replica of an
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...

Short Necklace of White River Pearls with Central Hoop and Trio of Coins
By Pradera
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
-shaped closure. All in 18 karat matte gold Neck measurement 42cm (16,53 inches) Coin chain length 9 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

An AR Tetradrachm Cista Mystica Pendant with 18 Karat Gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An AR Tetradrachm Cistophor "Cista Mystica" coin Pendant trimmed in 18 karat gold. This very fine
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

18K Gold Rome Janus Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Rome silver coin. Roman Republic, Anonymous. Silver
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2010s Asian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

"Doily" 0.15 Carat Diamond Rondelle Pendant with Chain, All in 18 Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
is in rich, vivid 18 karat yellow gold, coin-edged throughout for texture. The center diamond is set
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Ancient Coin Pendant
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This bold 18 karat yellow gold and sterling silver ancient coin pendant showcases a dramatic
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18K Gold Reversible Athena/Pegasus Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Decorate with sapphire 0.177ct Ancient, authentic Greek Athena and Pegasus
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2010s Asian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18K Gold Ram Head Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Alexander The Great coin. Hellenistic Greek. Kings of
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2010s Asian Pendant Necklaces

Apollo [coin] pendant in 18K gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Ancient Greek Bronze Coin pendant trimmed in 18 karat gold. This coin was minted Circa 3rd
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Bronze

Bulgari Monete Diamond Ancient Roman Coin of Emperor Hadrian Necklace in 18k
By Bulgari
Located in Tampa, FL
outline of the ancient coin, and suspended on polished 18 karat yellow gold curb link necklace with a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Drachm [coin] Pendant with Owl, circa 404 BC
Located in Atlanta, GA
portrait of Athena is trimmed with 18 karat gold. On the obverse side is the head of Athena, wearing a
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

18K Gold Opal Alexander The Great Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Decorate with white diamonds 0.175ct and Opal Ancient, authentic Alexander The
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Ancient Roman Coin Pendant in 18Kt Gold with 3.97 Ctw in Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
pendant has been crafted with classic patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18...

A Silver Drachm Gorgon {coin} Pendant w 18K gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
marvelous coin is set in 18 karat gold trim around its perimeter, and has a decorative horizontal rod
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Damascus Coin Pendant, Zeus Elephant, w/ 18K gold trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A superb coin from Damascus, Seleukia and Pieria, Apameo, from 70 BC, trimmed with 18 karat gold as
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Sacchi Roman Coin and Tourmaline Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with an Ancient Roman Coin in the center and embellished
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Victoria Coin 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
"denarius" coin from 89 BC. set in a complementary high karat gold handmade granulated setting designed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

A Bee w/ Diamond [coin] Pendant w 18K Gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An AR Tetradrachm coin minted at Ionia, Ephesus, circa the 4th Century B.C., trimmed in 18 karat
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

ROMAN IMPERIAL 307 AD Constantine Antique Coin Pendant In 18Kt Gold Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
crafted with substantial weight in solid and bold yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze, 18k Gold

Unisex 18k Reversible Greek Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Ancient, authentic Greek coin Total weight is about 21.41g Pendant Diameter
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Ippolita 18k Gold Necklace with Gemstones Inlay Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Ippolita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the air. The pendant and the chain are made of 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant is inlaid with
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat Gold Necklace With Coin For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18 karat gold necklace with coin you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 21 vintage or 17 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a 18 karat gold necklace with coin from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 18 karat gold necklace with coin has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georgios Collections Inc, Roberto Coin and Bulgari are consistently popular. Take a look at a 18 karat gold necklace with coin featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a 18 karat gold necklace with coin for sale for women should be easy, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18 Karat Gold Necklace With Coin?

Prices for a 18 karat gold necklace with coin can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $210 and can go as high as $37,800, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,600.

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 Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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