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14kt Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Brooch/Pendant CGL Certified
Located in Antwerp, BE
14kt Yellow Gold & Silver Sapphire & Diamond Brooch / Pendant CGL Certified Sapphire: 2.2 carat
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Provençal diamond drop earrings, 18 karat gold and silver
Located in PARIS, FR
Provençal diamond drop earrings in 18 karat gold and silver. Pair of pendants set with antique
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1870s French Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique 18th Century Chrysolite Chrysoberyl Pendant Earrings Portuguese 1770s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Museum quality antique 18th century chrysolite chrysoberyl pendeloque pendant earrings, Portugal
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1770s Portuguese Georgian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Silver

Antique 6.10 Carat Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Brooch/Pendant Circa 1885
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, fine and impressive antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a silver
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1880s Unknown Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Early Victorian Burmese Ruby Diamond Double Heart Bracelet/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite diamond and ruby bracelet/pendant from the early Victorian (circa 1850) era
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1850s Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Baroque Iberian (Spain) Emerald and Diamond Pendant/Brooch 18Th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
BAROQUE IBERIAN (SPAIN) EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANT/BROOCH 18Th Century. A radiant, ravishing, and
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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Pavé Set Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Geneva Ball Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
diamonds set in spiralling lines, with rose-cut diamond pendant line. Mechanical movement with manual
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1880s Swiss Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Pendants d oreilles anciens d origine provençale argent et diamants
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendants d'oreilles anciens d'origine provençale en argent et or rose 18 carats (750 millièmes
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Early 19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Pierced Earrings Pendant Set, Mabé Pearl Sterling-Arts Crafts Period
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Period Arts and Crafts pierced earrings with matching pendant hand crafted in sterling silver with
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Turkmen Asyk Pendant with Carnelian
Located in Bridgeport, CT
fine swirl details to the border. The Pendant with silver content material has a tubular opening at the
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1920s Tribal Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Carnelian, Metal, Brass

A Spectacular Large Siberian Amethyst and Diamond Pendant/Brooch, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique silver topped yellow gold brooch and pendant centering a gem quality natural approximately
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1860s Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Ruby, Diamond, Silver And Gold Drop Earrings, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
garlands either side and a ruby pendant, mounted in silver-upon-gold, with gold settings for the rubies
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Fancy Cut Very Fine Siberian Amethyst and Diamond Antique Pendant/Brooch, c 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique silver topped yellow gold brooch and pendant centering a gem quality natural approximately
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1860s Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique set of earrings and pendant with diamonds, Austria, circa 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An antique set of jewelry in the atmosphere of the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Pendant
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Tibetan Gau Box Pendant Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
box pendant with a silver alloy frame, accented with turquoise, genuine coral beads, and carved skull
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Silver Pendant

Antique 18th/19th Century Chrysolite Chrysoberyl Pendant Earrings Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Museum Quality antique late 18th / early 19th century chrysolite chrysoberyl pendant drop earrings
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Late 18th Century Portuguese Georgian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
pendant and earrings demi-parure mounted in closed-back silver, Portuguese, circa 1770, fitted in an
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1770s Portuguese Georgian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver

Antique Mid-19th Century Blue Enamel, Rose Diamond, and Gold Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period blue enamel, diamond, and gold locket pendant centered by an oval
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1850s Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold Silver, Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Spider Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Spider Pendant 18ct Gold & Silver Tested Circa 1860 Discover the exquisite charm of
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Late Victorian Antique Diamond and Demantoid Garnet Frog Brooch/Pendant Ca.1890
Located in London, GB
A wonderful late Victorian demantoid and diamond frog brooch/ pendant, circa 1890, the frog formed
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Late 19th Century English Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

Fine Antique Georgian 2.8 TCW Diamond 18K Gold, Silver Topped Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Fine pair of antique Georgian period 2.8 TCW Old European cut diamond, 18K gold and silver topped
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19th Century European Georgian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Diamond, Opal, Emerald, + Ruby Fly Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous fly pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold and topped
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Antique Cameo, with Rose Cut Diamonds and Natural Pearls, Pin/Pendant, c. 1890.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique pin/pendant centering a cameo which is accented with rose cut diamonds and natural pearls
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver

1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in
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1670s Danish Baroque Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver

French 19th Century Diamonds Enamel 18 karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Locket pendant-Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark and silver, crab hallmark
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

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

Grands pendants anciens d oreilles en argent et grenat du milieu du 19ème siècle
Located in PARIS, FR
Grands pendants anciens d'oreilles en argent du milieu du 19ème siècle, formés d'un motif de fleur
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Early 20th Century English Gold And Sterling Silver Vesta Case/Keepsake
By Smith Bartlam
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Early 20th Century English Gold and Sterling Silver Vesta Case/ Keepsake Pendant. It
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika AR Drachm Coin 22-Karat Gold Custom Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
” will accompany this coin. This coin pendant measures approximately 15/16" tall, 5/8" diameter, and 1/4
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique 19th Century Victorian Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant Pearls and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.21 carats This elegant antique brooch / pendant is designed as a flower head with pearls in the
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Mid-18th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Pendant Brooch, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
decadence to this garland style brooch that doubles as a pendant. Made in 14k yellow gold and silver-topped
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1910s British Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent earring and locket pendant set from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt rosy
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1880s French Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

French-Austrian 1920 Art Deco Jardiniere Pendant Brooch Carved Agates Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco jardiniere pendant brooch. Marvelous colorful piece with great eye appeal, created during
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver

Art Nouveau 14kt/Sterling, Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond + Pearl Butterfly Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular pin/pendant from the Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 14kt rosy yellow gold and
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

American Federal Gilt Eagle Convex Mirror with Acanthus Shell Pendant, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
shell pine cone pendant. Mirror retains the original silvered glass and wood backing. Early 19th Century
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1810s American Federal Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Gesso, Mirror, Pine, Giltwood, Ebony

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold and Silver 1.74ctw Diamond Pearl Palmette Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, pearl, yellow gold and silver brooch or pendant, set with one round pearl, one
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French 19th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 karat Yellow Gold Star Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant-Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, horse head hallmark and silver. Antique brooch that can be
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emile Olive An Impressive Belle Epoque Brooch Pendant by Fonsèque Olive
Located in London, GB
Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 463 This pendant is
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

French 1900 Art Nouveau Orchid Pendant Brooch In 18Kt With Diamonds Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
French art nouveau orchid pendant-brooch. Beautiful piece of jewelry from the art nouveau period
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique English Clover Blue Enamel 15 Karat Gold Pearl Pendant Brooch Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
fitting that can also be worn as a pendant. The outline of the clover is decorated with blue guilloché
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel, Silver

An Authentic Greek Apollonia Pontika, AR Drachm Coin Set in 22 kt Gold Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Authenticity" will accompany this coin. This coin pendant measures approximately 1 inch tall (including bail
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Gold, Silver

French 19th Century Onyx Diamonds Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow gold Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
cushion-cut diamonds held in silver claws. The inner corners of the cross are adorned with 4 half-pearls
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

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

Antique Ruby and Diamond 12 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and silver set pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning
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1890s Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Hand Made 18K Gold and Silver Dragonfly Brooch, Circa 1880-1910
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Antique, circa 1880-1910, 18K yellow gold and silver handmade dragonfly brooch/pendant slide with
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique 3.05 Carat Diamond and Ruby Dolphin Brooch Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 12 carat yellow gold and silver set dolphin brooch/pendant; part of our diverse collection of antique
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Chandelier, Green Frosted Glass, Silver Nickel, 1920s Design
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green glass Art Deco chandelier, ca 1920 Silver nickel pendant with 4 green coloured semi frosted
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Nickel

Antique 2.60 Carat Opal and 2.95 Carat Diamond, 9K Yellow Gold Brooch / Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and silver set brooch / pendant; part of our diverse brooches collection. This stunning, fine and
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.13 Carat Garnet Diamond and Emerald Yellow Gold Insect Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald, 9ct yellow gold and silver set insect brooch; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry
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1880s Unknown Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Silver Baroque Table Lamp, 2 Flames, circa 1900
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver Baroque table lamp, 2 flames, circa 1900. Brass plated silver with crystal pendant
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Early 20th Century German Baroque Revival Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Glass

Dutch 18th Century Fob seal with coat of arms
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch 18th Century Fob seal with coat of arms A Dutch 18th Century silver (unmarked) fob seal
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18th Century Dutch Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Silver

Body Armor Men s Signet Ring Sundial Band
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
The K. Brunini Body Armor Collection features sterling silver time traveler pendants, functioning
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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Sterling Silver

Body Armor Men s Sundial Band
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
silver time traveler pendants, functioning sundials, compass pendants, and fire-blasted sterling silver
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Early 20th Century American Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edward VII and Queen Alexandra Coronation Souvenir Bracelet, Agate, c1902
Located in valatie, NY
. The bracelet has a silver medal pendant with profiles of the King and Queen on one side and the
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Early 20th Century British Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Agate, Silver

Tortoiseshell jewel walking stick, signed Manolo-Arnould, France 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
the neck with a four-leaf clover-shaped pendant in silver and green enamel. Silver guilt band embossed
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Early 20th Century French Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Metal, Silver, Enamel

Body Armor Men s Sundial Ring with Sapphire in 18k Gold Bezel
By K. Brunini Jewels
Located in Solana Beach, CA
silver time traveler pendants, functioning sundials, compass pendants, and fire-blasted sterling silver
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Renaissance FleurDeLis Niello HighRelief Gilt Engraved HeraldryReliquary Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
intricately engraved gilt-copper-and-silver brooch, pendant or button/badge, which features a central niello
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16th Century European Renaissance Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Gilt Metal, Niello, Silver, Copper

Art Deco Carved Chinese Rose Quartz Turquoise Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
an sterling silver frame , pendant acts as a clasp . Very well made piece with beautiful detailed
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Quartz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Victorian turquoise and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1895.
Located in London, GB
push clasp, pendant approximately 7cm in length, chain approximately 14" in length. Pendant tested
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Silver Pendant

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Silver

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Antique Silver Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique silver pendant 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 Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect antique silver pendant 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 20th Century. Creating an antique silver pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Fabio Ferrara and Mary Gallagher are consistently popular. An antique silver pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 666, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old mine cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an antique silver pendant, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Silver Pendant?

On average, an antique silver pendant at 1stDibs sells for $3,573, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $410,412 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Silver Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.