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Art Nouveau 9ct Gold Lavaliere Pendant Peridot Paste and Natural Seed Pearls
Located in London, GB
Art Nouveau 9ct gold lavaliere pendant with leaf and flower decoration, and featuring two lovely
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted White Diamond Rose Gold Dancer Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so every piece is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold "Capitoline Wolf" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.08 Carats of Rubies
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold Diamond Woman Repoussé Large Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Condition: Antique Art Nouveau. Bail soldered on. Slide slightly loose closure and opens easily. One side
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Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Nouveau Griffon Chimera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold Art Nouveau charm pendant designed as a curled up griffon or
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Pearl 14K Gold Antique Foliate Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a lavalier style pendant with open work depicting whiplash foliates and flowers Bead
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Austro-Hungarian Enamelled Virgin Mary Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful religious pendant is 1890 ca Rare find from the Art Nouveau period, having
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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Enamel

Arnault Art Nouveau French Madonna and Child 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold oval charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant necklace. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Handcrafted Pink Coral Yellow Gold Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Pendant could be made also in 9K
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Pearl Grape Cluster Vine Enamel Pendant Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE ENAMEL JEWELS WE HAVE SEEN. THE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Art Nouveau Ruby, Sapphire and Seed Pearl 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant has been crafted in 21k yellow gold. The pierced decorated Art Nouveau style frame is ornamented
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau French 18k Ruby Diamond Repousse Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous French pendant from the Art Nouveau (ca1910s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 18k
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly. The magnificent
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT OR BROOCH IN THE FORM OF AN ORCHID
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Art Nouveau 20K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Four-Leaf Clover Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This Art Nouveau pendant, dating from circa 1890–1914, is a beautiful example of the artistic and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire Turquoise Yellow Gold "Cat" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 1.10 Carats of Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Art Nouveau Antique Guilloche Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This very large ornate 14K gold locket pendant is designed in Art Nouveau taste of the
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 4.76 Carat Turquoise and 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1900
By Murrle Bennett Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The feature pierced decorated, Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Flower Lily Pad Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
PAD ARE SET IN A GOLD SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chilleri 18k Gold Art Nouveau Flying Nymph Enamel and Gemstone Pendant
Located in New York, NY
of the Art Nouveau period. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features a beautifully detailed flying
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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Natural Pearl Diamond and Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is an Art Nouveau 15ct yellow gold natural pearl and diamond pendant. The highly decorated
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Amethyst Flower Pendant Necklace Poppy Lotus 14 Karat Green Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST ART NOUVEAU FLOWER MOTIF PENDANT IN 14 KARAT GREEN GOLD WITH
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond and Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
associate with the Art Nouveau style and period. This piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into a
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Lion Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Suspending from an oval bale Tested as platinum and 18 karat gold Circa: 1910 Measures: 1 1/4 x 1 3/4 inches
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Woman Goddess Pendant Necklace by Link Angell 14 Karat Gold 1920
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Art Nouveau pendant in the form of an exquisite woman or goddess in
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Antique 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Pearl Pendant, 9k Gold, Quatrefoil Floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Inspired 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond pendant in 18K Gold. It has round cut diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
has also its matching Earrings. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so every
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold...

Art Nouveau Locket of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
appreciates the romance and artistry of the Art Nouveau period. Materials: 14k gold, yellow gold.
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Gold Art Nouveau Brassler Co. Amethyst Pearl Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
measuring 16 or 18 inches in length. This lovely lavaliere epitomizes te fine gold work from the Art Nouveau
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 1900 Art Nouveau Locket Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rubies Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This locket was ceated out of 14 karat yellow gold around 1900. The locket is engraved on the front
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charming Circa 1900 Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Wheaton, IL
Charming Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace featuring one rose cut diamond
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Tsavorite Citrine Yellow Gold "Frog" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Necklace is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Necklace has 0.80 Carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold "Butterfly" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
, 14 or 18K Yellow or White Gold. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so every
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Turquoise Peridot Onyx Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Heart Onyx. This Pendant has Micro Natural Turquoise Beads. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Peridot, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Sapphire Ruby Diamond Enamel Flower Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
brushed gold in 14 Karat. This is one of the most beautiful antique Art Nouveau pendants we have seen and
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond White Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1905 Measures: 3/4 x 1 1/16 inches - including bale Total Weight: 4.7
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Tsavorite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tsavori...

Antique Bippart Co Art Nouveau 14K Gold, Enamel Baroque Pearl Brooch/Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique American Art Nouveau convertible brooch or pendant. In 14 karat yellow gold. By
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau White Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling...

Art Nouveau Necklace With Drop-shaped Pendant, Gold Diamonds, Vienna, Ca 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
. Chain and pendant made of 585 rose gold (14k), Rose-cut diamonds totaling approx. 1.50 ct Made in
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 18k Gold Repousse Work w/ Lady Medallion Open Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
pendant was made during the Art Nouveau period and is monogrammed with 3 initials on its back case cover
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

OLIVER BLOOMFIELD 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Pendant In 18Kt Gold Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
rare pendant-brooch, created in New York City by Richard Oliver & Bloomfield during the Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Amethyst Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pin Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1905 Measures: 1 1/8 x 1 3/16 inches -including bale Total Weight
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl pendant, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning Art Nouveau diamond pendant is a true beauty! This finely crafted piece is both
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Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Oval Cut Emerald Yellow Gold "Heart" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also with Rubies or Blue Sapphires. This Pendant is inspired by Art Nouveau. We're a workshop so
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare pendant was made in Saint Petersburg between 1904 and 1908 by Carl Blank, jeweler of the
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Orchid Flower Pendant OMC Diamond Enamel Charm 14K Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A FLOWER OR ORCHID - SO STUNNING
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Emerald Ruby Tsavorite Yellow Gold "Elephant" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Elephant Pendant is made of 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold,...

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Art Nouveau Gold Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art nouveau gold pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 770 antique edition and 87 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect art nouveau gold 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 21st Century. An art nouveau gold pendant from Luigi Ferrara, Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and René Lalique — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An art nouveau gold pendant can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 315 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old mine cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. Finding an art nouveau gold pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 239 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Gold Pendant?

The price for an art nouveau gold pendant starts at $191 and tops out at $285,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,300.

A Close Look at Art-nouveau Jewelry

Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.

Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.

The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.

Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.

This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.

In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.

Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.

Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today on 1stDibs.