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LB offers Vintage Art Nouveau buckle Vintage Sterling Dragonflies Coral Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Silver Vintage Art Nouveau Buckle Pendant with 2 Vintage
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Pyrite, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Agate Enamel 14K Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
By Krementz Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped agate cabochon measuring 13.2 x 16.2 mm Semi-opaque dark green, black, brown, gray, white, and beige in color Set east to west in a twisted rope motif bezel ...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique 9K Art Nouveau Demantoid Garnet Amethyst Seed Pearl Pendant Ca. 1905
Located in New York, NY
Antique pendant from the Edwardian and Art Nouveau period, featuring a flowing floral motif
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k 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 14k Monogram Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A marvelous locket from the Art Nouveau (ca1910s) era! This stunning piece is crafted in vibrant
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1904 Art Nouveau Nordic Locket Pendant Sapphire Pearls solid 18KGold / 5.25gr
Located in SE
120-year-old Pendant / Locket made of solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with two Sapphires Ø 2.75 mm
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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

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

Materials

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

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 18k French Wire Panel Link Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic necklace from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) era! Extremely dainty, this 18k French gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Sapphire Rose Diamond Ruby Dragonfly Insect Necklace Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
wings. The pendant dates to the Art Nouveau to Art Deco period, circa 1890-1930. The dragonfly
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Gold Ombre Enamel Peridot Pearl Diamond Necklace, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
necklace. With a central oval peridot measuring 9mm by 6mm, surrounded by fine stylized Art Nouveau
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Cross with Diamonds
Located in Bethesda, MD
approximately 0.05 carats. The 2.25-inch cross pendant, designed in the Art Nouveau style, showcases a
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Lion Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two dimensional lions amidst scrolling foliate Depicted sitting and crouched with bared fangs and textured fur Foliate surround is overlapping with grooved whiplash detai...
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace and Art Nouvea pendant with diamonds up to 0.60ct 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace and pendant set with old European and single cut diamonds. 0.60ct – F/G
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold Art Nouveau Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Art Nouveau pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold, designed in the shape of a stylized maple leaf. The
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20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Pearl Necklace Clover Flower Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

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

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also in a bigger version. This Pendant has also its matching Earrings. This Pendant is inspired by Art
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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

Materials

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
also in a bigger version. This Pendant has also its matching Earrings. This Pendant is inspired by Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Original Art Nouveau Jewellery Cross natural Pearl Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in Viena, Viena
fine antique jewellery cross pendant with chain in 585 white gold and yellow gold, solid
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Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

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

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Peridot, ...

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

Materials

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Style 14.89 Carat White Diamond Peridot Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Necklace is inspired by Art Deco. This Necklace is available also in a different version. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Trefle Pendant Lucky Charm Four Leaf Clover 18 ct Yellow Gold Art Nouveau
Located in Mārupe, LV
Four - Leaf Clover Trefle Pendant belonging to the Art Nouveau period 1895/1914. This pendant
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Art Nouveau Diamond White Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional pansy flower painted matte enamel Transparent white and yellow - displaying minimal loss Centering a prong set old mine cut diamond Weighing approximately 0...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Flower Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Natural Pearls Love Token French
Located in Mārupe, LV
Flower mistletoe pendant coming from the Edwardian Art Nouveau 1900-1930 period produced in France
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow 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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Antique 1900s Enamel Art Nouveau Perfume Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 18k yellow gold pendant for perfume use in art nouveau style with colorful enamel on
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold "Flowers" 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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Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Sapphire, Bl...

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,...

Art Nouveau Style 17.49 Carat White Diamond Peridot Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Necklace is inspired by Art Deco. This Necklace is available also in a different version. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 0.95 Carat Amethyst 0.10 Carat Diamond Pearl 12k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum setting. The pierced decorated Art Nouveau design frame is ornamented with a feature collet set
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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
Centering an oval cut amethyst measuring 13.0 x 10.0 mm - transparent medium purple Set in a twisted rope motif bezel with decorous swan and foliate motif surround Swans feature outs...
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Amethyst Oval Pearl Pendant Mesh Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Amethyst Purple Cabochon Oval White Pearl Pendant Mesh Elegant
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Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Nouveau White Diamond Peach Carved Coral Tanzanite Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 18K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.80 Carats of White
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Lucky 13 Pendant Number 13 Charm Lucky Charm Art Nouveau France 18 k Gold
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique Lucky Number 13 Charm. Created in Art Nouveau period dated 1895/1915 years in France
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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

14.89 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald Green Gold Enamel Art Nouveau Necklace
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art Nouveau Style 14.89 Carat Oval Cut Minor Oil Colombian Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, and
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

14k YG Sterling Silver Vintage Art Nouveau Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Emerald: 4 round cut, 1 pear cut = 1.87cttw Dimensions: pendant measures 58.9 x 37mm Weight: 14.54 grams
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

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 Pansy Heart Plique-a-jour Enamel Flower Pendant 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A LOVELY ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM, GREEN AND BLUE
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau, Skeleton Key with Diamond Charm Pendant, 24K Gold 0.02ct Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Skeleton Key and Diamond Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold and 0.02ct Diamonds, comes with 16" gold
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2010s Turkish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucky Clover Pendant Art Nouveau 18 k Solid Yellow Gold Love Token Lucky Charms
Located in Mārupe, LV
Lucky Clover Charm Pendant dated Art Nouveau period circa 1895-1915 and is created in France
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM AND
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Necklace Gold 585 Diamonds 3.0 Carat Rubies Vienna Austria c.1910
Located in Vienna, AT
Golden Art Nouveau necklace of superb appearance - it is made in following manner: There is a ring
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and 1.43 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant Art Nouveau Style
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
platinum. The necklace displays three stunning articulating Art Nouveau style settings, ornamented with a
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Natural Emerald and Sapphires Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in Portland, OR
This versatile and unique piece can be worn as a pendant or brooch, adding a touch of luxury to any
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Early 2000s North American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Padparadscha Sapphire , Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Masriera Art Nouveau Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Antique Pliqué-A-Jour Lady Pendant
By Masriera
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as pierced oval form depicting a woman seated in the grass with arching surround Woman is yellow gold with textured hair and wearing a gown glossed with enamel Opaque white ...
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1990s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Crane Theurer 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Clover Pendant 14Kt Gold With Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1905. This convertible
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Art Nouveau Necklace And Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the art nouveau necklace and pendant 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. You can easily find a 206 antique edition and 26 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect art nouveau necklace and pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art nouveau necklace and pendant over the years, but those made by René Lalique, Georg Jensen and llyn strong are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An art nouveau necklace and pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 77, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and pear cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art nouveau necklace and pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Necklace And Pendant?

The price for an art nouveau necklace and pendant starts at $121 and tops out at $185,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,000.

Finding the Right Pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.