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Georgios Collections Mati Pendant Yellow Gold 18 Karat Blue Black White Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Mati Pendant all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold all hand made. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

Yianni Creations Pearl Fine Silver Finished with Black Rhodium and Gold Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
background and a thick plate of Pure Gold on the rims. The pendant is delivered with the silk cord pictured
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver,...

Georgios Collection 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire White and Blue Diamond Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant Necklace is hand-made from 18 Karat White Gold to create a classic and
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...

Dubini Alexander the Great Silver Coin Pendant Garnet Citrine 18K Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
yellow gold with garnet and citrine bullet cabochons. Depicted on the coin: Alexander with a bust of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Topaz and Lapis Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
pendant Necklace can be made with White or Rose Gold decorations and with other semi-precious stones
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Topaz Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Silver and Gold 18 Karat two-tone Cross pendant is crafted from solid 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Ruby Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Silver and Gold 18K Cross pendant crafted from sterling silver 925 and solid 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold...

Yianni Creations Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Square Pendant Enhancer
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Karat yellow gold. This lovely pendant comes with silk rope and will look stunning on your silver or
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Palladium, Silver, Sterling Sil...

Bronze Coin Pendant circa 330 BC w/ 18K
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze coin pendant trimmed in 18 karat gold. This coin is from the Kingdom of Macedon, circa 331
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Bronze

Yianni Creations Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Oval Aquamarine Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
is decorated with a thick layer of 24 Karat Yellow Gold. The gorgeous pendant features a real
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Si...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Diamond Stud Round Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios Designer solitaire pendant is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapp...

Yianni Creations Amethyst Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
edges are decorated by a thick layer of 24 Karat yellow gold. This lovely pendant comes with silk rope
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Palladium, Silver, St...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Sapphire Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Silver and Gold 18 Karat two-tone Cross pendant is crafted from solid 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold,...

YC Fine Silver Pearl Diamond Pendant Black Rhodium and Gold with Rope Chain
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Pendant crafted from Fine Silver and featuring a round 7.0 mm Freshwater Pearl and a 0.03 brilliant-cut
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Silver...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Diamond and Sapphire Cross Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Silver and Gold 18 Karat two-tone Cross pendant is crafted from solid 18 Karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold,...

"Medusa" Drachm Silver Pendant w/ 18K
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Silver Drachm [coin] with a portrait of Medusa trimmed with 18 karat gold. This coin is 13 mm
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Yianni Creations Pearl Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
edges and pearl crown is decorated with a thick layer of 24 Karat Yellow Gold. The stunning pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yell...

Yianni Creations Pearl Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant Enhancer
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
crown is decorated with a thick layer of 24 Karat Yellow Gold. The pendant features 8mm Freshwater Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yell...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold Rhombus shaped cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Yianni Creations Pearl Fine Silver and Gold Two-Tone Pendant with Rope Necklace
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
plated with palladium to resist against elements. This stunning pendant enhancer features 8mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Pall...

A Silver Drachm Gorgon Pendant w 18K
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Drachm Silver coin pendant trimmed with 18 karat gold. This "Very Fine" coin is 14 mm wide and
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Diamond Pendant and Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold drop diamond pendant necklace is microscopically
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Medusa Anchor Silver Drachm Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver Drachm [coin] pendant with the head of Medusa and an anchor trimmed with 18 karat gold and
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold drop pendant Necklace is microscopically decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diam...

A Silver Drachm [coin] Bee Pendant (no chain) w 18K Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
4.17g, and is 17.1mm without the 18 karat gold trim. On the obverse side of this coin, is a Bee with
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Bronze

Yianni Creations Blue Topaz Diamond Fine Silver 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Silver 950 purity, which is plated with Palladium, to protect the pendant from the elements. The Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Y...

Black Pearl Pendant Necklace 22Kt Yellow Inspired from Blue Pearl Meditation
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Blue Pearl Pendant Necklace in 22Kt yellow gold, with blue Black pearl, . inspired from "Blue pearl
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Drop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace is microscopically decorated with
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond...

A Silver Tetradrachm Pendant w Cista Mystica
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Cistophoric Tetradrachm [coin] from Mysia, Pergamon of Ancient Greece, circa 166-67 BC. This coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat yellow Gold and black Rhodium cross pendant necklace and chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Diamond Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold cross pendant necklace and chain is handmade with
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Long Cross Pendant with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold marquise-shaped long cross necklace and chain is handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Perfect Antique White Black Alabaster Pendant Flush Mount w. Greek Key Pattern
Located in Lisse, NL
person) our antiques always have that little bit more and this stunning pendant is no exception. Our
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Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Chandeliers and Pendants

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Alabaster, Wire, Metal, Bronze, Brass

Hummingbird Pendant Necklace with Genuine Ruby by Jill
Located in Milford, DE
, gold-tone metal with sparkling accents. The pendant features intricate hand-tooled feather detailing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Ruby, Gold-filled

Owl Head of Athena Tetradrachm Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver tetradrachm minted in Attica, Athens circa 139 BC. On the obverse side, the head of Athena Parthenos facing right wearing a richly ornamented triple crested helmet and surro...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Heracles Silver Tetradrachm Coin Pendant w 18K trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
is from the Kingdom of Macedonia of Classical Greece, and was minted at Ake or Tyre circa 317 BC
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

An Athena Silver Tetradrachm Pendant, circa 300 BC
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Silver Tetradrachm [coin] minted at Magnesia from Ancient Ionia, or present day Greece. This
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

A Drachm [coin] Pendant with Owl, circa 404 BC
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Silver Drachm [coin] pendant from circa 449-404 century BC. This spectacular coin of an owl and a
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Yianni Creations 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Dangle Pearl and Diamond Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
This is Yianni Creations handmade artisan slide crafted in Greece from 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Agate, A...

Tetradrachm [coin] Pendant of Hercules Zeus w/ 18K
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Tetradrachm AR [coin] of the Danube, Celts, in the style of Alexander the Great from Mesembria, Thrace, circa 2nd to 1st century BC. On the obverse side, the Head of Hercules with ...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Face of Medusa Pendant from Roman Republic 47 BC
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Denarius Silver [coin] richly trimmed with 18 karat gold orbs and bail. This "extremely fine" (EF
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Dove Chimeara 1/4 Stater Pendant (Chain for display only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Dove & Chimaera AR quarter "stater" [coin] pendant trimmed with 22 karat gold. This AR quarter
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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22k Gold

Heavy 18 Karat yellow Gold Enameled Filgree Ornate Cross
Located in Troy, MI
This beautifully detailed estate cross is crafted from rich 18 karat yellow gold with intricate
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Vintage 1970s Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Ancient Charm Coin (Replica) Pendant, 24kt Gol
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold, Silver & 0.10ct Emeralds
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2010s Turkish Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Drachm--Gorgoneion w/ 22K Gold Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Silver Drachm [coin], minted at Apollonia Pontika in Thrace during the 4th century B.C. On the obverse side, a Gorgoneion with a protruding tongue with serpents about its head. On ...
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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22k Gold, Silver

A. Delafontaine H. Cahieux Neo-Greek «Cupid» Chandelier, France, circa 1850
By Auguste Delafontaine, Henry Cahieux
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful neo-Greek chandelier designed by H. Cahieux, in patinated bronze with golden highlights
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Antique 1850s French Greek Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

22 Karat Gold Mask Necklace
By Romae Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat Gold Mask Pendant and 20" Chain Necklace by ROMAE Jewelry Inspired by an Ancient Greek
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Signature Classical Revival Cupid Medallion
Located in Venice, CA
bronze intaglio from the late 1700’s, we created a mold and cast the pendant in gold. We hand-carved
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Necklace with Seven Chakras in 14Kt Gold and Double Chain
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique pendant necklace with the Seven Chakras, inspired by Yoga Chakras handcrafted in 14Kt Gold
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Greek Handle Flush Mount by David Duncan
By David Duncan
Located in New York, NY
A flush mounted light fixture featuring a Greek handle design and bronze rosette motifs. A bronze
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2010s American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Diamond And Emerald Lariat in 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
An elegant lariat necklace that elevates every outif. The necklace is made in 18 karat yellow gold
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Greek Key Design Two-Tier Gold Gilt Iron Chandelier, France
Located in New York, NY
19th century French two-tier gold gilt metal chandelier Greek key design newly rewired and gold
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Antique 19th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron

Art Nouveau Bronze Chandelier with Greek Key
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Nouveau bronze chandelier with Greek Key featuring 6 iridescent shades (unmarked). Circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Elegant Diamond And Emerald Ring in 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
karat yellow gold. The triangular motif, inspired by the shapes of Japanese temples, is set with round
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anahata Heart Yoga Chakra Necklace with Lotus Flower Round Diamond 14Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Anahata Heart Yoga Chakra Pendant Necklace with Lotus Flower & Round Diamond in 14Kt Yellow Gold
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Muladhara Root Yoga Chakra Necklace Lotus Flower with Diamond 14Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Unique pendant necklace inspired by Yoga Muladhara the Root Chakra- handcrafted in 14Kt white gold
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

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Gold Greek Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold greek pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 64 antique edition and 113 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect gold greek 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold greek pendant over the years, but those made by Georgios Collections Inc, Maggoosh and DUBINI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A gold greek pendant can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 49 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a gold greek pendant, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Gold Greek Pendant?

The price for a gold greek pendant starts at $150 and tops out at $45,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,995.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right 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.

Questions About Gold Greek Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best gold chain for a pendant is a matter of preference. While choosing a chain make sure that the chain is not too thick for the size of the pendant, and it is strong enough. Wheat chains and box chains are good choices due to their sturdiness and flexibility. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gold chain and pendant options to choose from.

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