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1908-17 Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 84 Silver / 5.9gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 84 Silver, hand -engraved ornament with well
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1910s Russian Russian Empire Antique Cross Necklace

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Enamel, Silver

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian era Seed Pearl Cross Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
crafted seed pearl set cross on the front. Its intricate design evokes a sense of timeless beauty and
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold

Victorian rose cut diamond agate 14k yellow gold enamel cross pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Victorian pendant from the 1890’s features thirteen rose cut diamonds totaling approximately .05 carats in J color and SI clarity, set against a backdrop of rich blue enamel and...
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1890s Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Fire Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian Engraved 14 Karat Gold Crucifix or Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique crucifix or pendant cross. In 14k yellow gold and decoratively engraved to
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Onyx Cross Pendant with Seed Pearl and Gold Leaves
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian onyx cross pendant set with a single seed pearl and adorned with a 14 karat gold floral
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Italian 18K Gold Onyx Pearl Cross Pendant, Circa 1870s-1890s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian onyx cross pendant with 18 karat gold harness and pearls / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Cross Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Important Antique Russian Imperial Tsar Paul I Silver Pectoral Pavlovsky Cross
Located in New York, NY
pectoral cross known as Pavlovsky Cross 19th Century Tsar Paul I was the first Russian Tsar to establish
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19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Cross Necklace

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Silver

BYZANTINE Revival 1850 Enameled Polychrome Cross In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Byzantine revival enameled Christian Cross Fabulous antique cross, created in Europe in the middle
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1830s Italian Byzantine Antique Cross Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

19th Century Fine Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cross pendant and chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This delightful little
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18th Century Spanish Emerald and Diamond Cross Pendant in Gold and Silver
Located in Lisboa, PT
A rare and striking 18th-century Spanish cross pendant, this exceptional piece of devotional
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18th Century Spanish Rococo Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

Rare Museum Quality 17th Century Baroque Gold, Cabochon Carnelian Rose Cross
Located in New York, NY
Ornate Baroque period museum quality gold cross with cabochon carnelian rondels on each of the arms
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17th Century European Baroque Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Carnelian, Gold

14k Gold American Georgian era Natural Amethyst Diamond Cross Antique Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Gold American Georgian era Natural Amethyst Diamond Cross Antique Chain Weighting 9.0 gram
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Mid-19th Century American Georgian Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Exquisite Antique Georgian 3.7TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian period 3.7TCW Old Mine cut diamond 18K yellow gold cross 19th Century Composed of
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19th Century Georgian Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

FRENCH Antique 18kt yellow Gold Enamel Cross Pendant with 1.06 carats in Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
A refined example of early 20th-century French religious jewelry, this antique cross pendant, circa
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

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

Art Nouveau 19 Karat Gold Portuguese Cross with Garnets and Zircons
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
beautiful cross. The zircon is a natural stone specially found in Autralia, Asia and Africa and some of
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Nouveau Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Garnet, Zircon, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold

Antique Solid Gold 0.12ctw Diamond Cross Pendant on 18" Cable Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Chain Type: 0.5mm Cable Link Chain Chain Length: 18 Inches Clasp: Lobster Claw Cross Width: 16mm (0.63
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19th Century Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Cross pendant with rose cut diamonds up to 6.00ct silver 12.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Victorian silver cross pendant set with rose-cut diamonds up to 6.00 ct Detailed description: The
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Antique Turquoise Black Enamel 1920s Cross Pendant Diamond Centre Stone Bail
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise & Enamel Cross Pendant Circa 1920’s 18ct Gold Set with Fabulous Black
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Early 20th Century English Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Turquoise, Enamel

Antique 17th ct. Cross Crucifix Diamonds 19K Yellow Gold / 9 gr
Located in SE
Very rare ca. early 17th century likely Italian or Spanish 19K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with 24
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Late 17th Century European Renaissance Antique Cross Necklace

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Silver Cross Pendant Diamond Natural Pearl Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This small 14 karat gold cross is decorated with a silver mounted diamond and has a a natural
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1820s Unknown Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Ornate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Turquoise Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Beautiful and crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ornate statement cross pendant is adorned with a
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Cross Necklace

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Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Silver 0.40 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cross pendant crafted in 9K gold and 925 silver. The piece features 18 rose
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 8k Gold 3.65ct Old European Mine Cut Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (11) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old European & Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Nive Brilliant White Diamonds - 3.65ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 8k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.73...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 5.10 Ct Old Mine Diamonds Rare Religious Cross 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious! Quite impressive rare Victorian Diamond cross dating 1880/90 ca Beautiful designed in a
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K/14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Amethyst Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K/14K Yellow Gold Old Cut Diamond and Amethyst Cross Pendant. This
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1880s Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Austrian Bohemian Cross Silver Turquoise Garnet Pearl Enamel Pendant/11g
Located in SE
Antique Cross in guilt Silver decorated with natural blue Turquoises, one Garnets , pearls and
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Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Cross Necklace

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Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Gold 6.00 Carat Rose Cut Red Garnet Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian cross pendant. It is crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1890. The piece features 11
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Cross Crucifix Diamonds solid 18K Gold Blue Enamel / 6.7 gr
Located in SE
Russian or European ca. early XX cent. Gold, Enamel and Diamonds Cross Pendant. Handcrafted in 18K
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Mid-19th Century 14 Karat Gold Borstzeuge with Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
delicate chains: an ornate upper shield, a central rosette motif, and a beautifully detailed pendant cross
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 19th Century English 15 Carat Gold and Banded Agate Cross Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely English cross pendant crafted of 15 carat gold with Celtic style decoration, this 19th
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19th Century English Antique Cross Necklace

0.28 Carat Diamond and Blue Enamel 15 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold cross pendant; part of our collection of antique pendants. This exceptional, fine and impressive
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1880s Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Georgian 18K Gold and Silver Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Georgian 18K Gold and Silver Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Cross Pendant. This
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Early 1800s Georgian Antique Cross Necklace

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

15ct Gold Victorian Locket with Seed Pearl Cross and Black Enamel Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
cross motif set with twelve pearls, arranged symmetrically for visual balance. The front is decorated
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

A Byzantine Cross with a 21 karat gold rope trim (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Byzantine Cross Pendant with a 21K gold dangle setting and rope trimming around the edges. This
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15th Century and Earlier European Byzantine Antique Cross Necklace

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Gold

French 19th Century Onyx Diamonds Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow gold Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
This antique cross is set in flat onyx and features geometric lines. It is set with applied antique
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Vintage 18K Gold and Platinum Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold and platinum pendant, with a central brilliant diamond of 0.35 carats, and pearls and sapphires on the tips / Made in Italy 1920s
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Cross Necklace

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

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4cm /1.9 gr
Located in SE
Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Rose Gold. Delicate hand-engraved ornament
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Cross Necklace

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14k Gold

Fine Large Antique Victorian 15K Rose Gold Banded Agate Natural Pearl Cross
Located in New York, NY
Elegant cabochon banded agate, natural pearl 15K Rose Gold large antique English cross 19th Century
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 18th Century Georgian Rose Cut Diamond 14K Rose Gold Trilobed Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine elegant late 18th century Georgian rose cut diamond 14K rose gold trilobed cross. Hand cut
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco French Cross in Yellow Gold and Pearl with Lily Motifs
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This cross pendant was created in France at the beginning of the 20th century. This cross has the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Cross Necklace

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver and 14K Gold Cross Pendant with Rose-Cut Diamonds, Circa 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This elegant antique cross pendant is a refined example of mid-19th century devotional jewelry
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Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 14K Gold / 3.92 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Yellow Gold decorated with Red and Blue
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1890s Russian Russian Empire Antique Cross Necklace

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14k Gold, Enamel

17th Century Baroque Ruby, Carved Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver Topped Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
gold cross 17th Century A clear rock crystal crucifix, bevel cut and carved with a central cross design
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17th Century European Baroque Antique Cross Necklace

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Ruby, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Victorian Renaissance Revival 14K Gold Cross Pendant - Unisex - E.U. - C.1900
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique Renaissance Revival 14K yellow gold cross pendant - featuring an embossed laurel leaf
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Early 20th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Cross Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 / 14K Gold / 4.45 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Yellow Gold decorated with Red and Blue
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Cross Necklace

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14k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15 carat yellow gold cross in ivy leaf design with seed pearls
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
This unique antique 15 carat yellow gold cross features lovely hand engraved ivy leaf design
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1920s English Edwardian Antique Cross Necklace

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 20.34 Carat Opal and 4.63 Carat Diamond Silver Gilt Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cross pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Silver

Antique 2 Carat Montana Sapphire and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cross pendant; part of our diverse collection of antique cross pendants. This stunning antique cross
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1910s Antique Cross Necklace

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Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4cm /2 gr
Located in SE
Russian / Georgian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Gold. Delicate hand - engraved ornament
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Early 1900s Georgian Art Nouveau Antique Cross Necklace

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Ukrainian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /5cm /3.9 gr
Located in SE
An Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Rose Gold and Yellow (body of Christ ) Gold. Detailed
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Early 1900s Ukrainian Art Nouveau Antique Cross Necklace

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14k Gold

Important Mid 19th Century Large Cross with Fine Fancy-Cut Citrine in Gold, 1840
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique cross early 19th Century cross of approximately 30 cts. natural bright lemon yellow
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1840s Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Citrine, Gold

Antique 1750 Georgian French Croix à la Jeannette Cross Pendant, 18th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A rare and elegant 18th century triple pendant, known as a Croix à la Jeannette, finely crafted in 18 karat rose gold with delicate silver accents. This striking jewel is composed of...
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Mid-18th Century French Georgian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold

Renaissance Revival Jelly Opal 18K Gold Cross with Blue Enamel - Circa 1880 s
Located in Chatham, CA
Antique Renaissance Revival gem set 18K yellow gold Latin cross pendant with 16 rare semi black
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Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Antique Cross Necklace

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Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Early Victorian 14k pink gold pendant in a shape of a cross with Jesus 2.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
Early Victorian 14k pink gold pendant in the shape of a cross with Jesus - 2.5 grams - 6.5 cm x 3.0
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace and pendant with old mine cut diamonds up to 2.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold and silver necklace with a cross pendant set with an old mine-cut diamond up to 2.00 ct
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

19th Century 206.60Ct Cabochon Cut Garnet 1.49Ct Diamond Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The jewellery set is composed of drop earrings and a necklace with a removable cross pendant. The
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1820s English Antique Cross Necklace

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Young Woman from Bucharo, Spanish Pyrenees – Hand-Colored Engraving, c.1820
Located in Langweer, NL
head and ties under her chin, held in place by a black ribbon bow. A gold cross necklace gleams against
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1820s French Antique Cross Necklace

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Antique Cross Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique cross necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range 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. If you’re looking for an antique cross necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. An antique cross necklace from Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Fabio Ferrara and Fabergé — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An antique cross necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 196 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 rose cut and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique cross necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Cross Necklace?

The price for an antique cross necklace starts at $108 and tops out at $220,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,790.

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. 

Questions About Antique Cross Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A necklace with a cross on it typically means that the person wearing it is a Christian. The cross represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and wearing one is traditionally a symbol of religious faith. However, some people wear vintage and antique cross jewelry only as a fashion statement. Find a wide variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A necklace with a cross is simply called a necklace with a cross or a “cross necklace.” This refers to any necklace that features a Christian cross or crucifix (and is considered emblematic of a commitment to Christianity). Shop a range of antique and vintage cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, it is generally okay to wear a necklace with a cross on it. To many people, the cross is a symbol of Christian faith, and they may choose to wear a pendant shaped like one to represent their religious beliefs. However, cross necklaces can also be secular, with some individuals wearing them simply because they like their appearance. Find a variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether it's good to wear a cross necklace is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people do wear them to symbolize their religious faith because the cross is a symbol of Christianity. Others just find the shape visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    What size cross necklace is best for a man is a matter of personal taste. If you want a subtle look, consider pendants that are 1 inch tall or less and chains that are 18 to 20 inches in length. Larger pendants and longer chains will stand out more. Shop an assortment of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.

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