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1.07 Carat Morganite Oval Cut Diamond Accents 10K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 6X8 Oval-Cut Prong setting Genuine Genuine Morganite (1 Pcs) 1.07
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

0.65 Carat Oval Cut Tanzanite Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. The 14k White Gold jewelry boasts Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Tanzanite (1 pcs) 0.65
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Silvorra 4.65 Ct Oval Natural Multi-Sapphire and Diamond Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This pendant in 925 sterling silver, showcases a radiant ensemble of natural multi-colored
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silvorra 925 Silver Oval Natural Emerald Drop Pendant with Halo Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver pendant showcases four vibrant oval-cut natural emeralds totaling
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Camila Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace Oval Ruby and Natural Diamond Pendant
Located in Greeneville, TN
Elevate your style with this 14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace, designed for timeless elegance and modern sophistication. This luxurious piece combines the captivating allure ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Handmade Red Garnet Oval Shape Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver for Her
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Red Garnet Oval Shape Pendant in sterling silver studded with oval, round cut garnet. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

GIA Certified 1.5ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K YellowGold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
, radiant, and unforgettable, this pendant is an exquisite fusion of Art Deco elegance and contemporary
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silvorra 925 Sterling Silver Oval Cut Natural Ruby 2.54 Ct Leaf Cluster Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This solid 925 sterling silver pendant from Silvorra features five vivid oval-shaped natural rubies
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

0.34 Carat Emerald Oval Cut and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Classic Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 5x4 mm Oval-Cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.34 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (2
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Cut Opal Necklace Pendant (Approx 0.70-Carat) with Diamond, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features a 0.70-carat oval-cut opal set in a delicate prong setting, complemented by
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.64 Carat Oval-Cut Ruby with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Oval-Cut Ruby (1 pcs) 0.64 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (10 Pcs) 0.31
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

40.00 Carat Quartz Amethyst Ruby Diamond Gold Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Oval quartz, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 40.00ct ova quartz, all natural and
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.77 Carat Oval-Cut Morganite with Diamond Accents 14K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pendant showcases Gin & Grace morganite gemstones with beautiful, natural diamond
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Silvorra 4.65 Ct Oval Natural Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This 925 sterling silver pendant highlights a large 7x5 mm oval natural ruby at its center
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Oval Knocker Openwork Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Circle Rectangle Crystals Oval Door Knocker Openwork Pendant Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

GIA Certified 1.00 ct Oval‑Cut Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Curated Luminosity, Art‑Deco Poise Elevate the everyday with this refined halo pendant, starring a
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant White Gold Blue Guilloche Enamel 64 Diamonds 1 Oval 0.25 Ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER, Opera Collection, in 18kt white gold with electric
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2010s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Oval Cut Emerald and Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

TJD 0.15 Carat Diamond and 8X6MM Oval Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
heart pendant. The pendant is crafted from 14-karat Yellow gold and features Round Brilliant 62 white
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
powerful, intimate statement. Inspired by the glamour of Art Deco design and the timeless allure of
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.60 Carat Oval-Cut Blue Zircon Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. This Pendant is made up of Oval-Cut Prong Setting Blue Zircon (1 pcs) 2.60 Carat and
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Zircon, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.63 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. This Pendant is made up of Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Blue Sapphire (1 pc) 0.63 Carat
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.25 Cts Oval Cut Aquamarine Silver Bridal Pendant For Women Necklace Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
conscience. Pendant Details :ಥ_ಥಥ_ಥಥ_ಥಥ_ಥಥ_ಥಥ_ಥ ________________________________________ Featured Item: Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Zircon, Silver

Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant 14K Gold Prong Setting Religious Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
gold. Featuring 11 oval-cut sapphires, each 4x3mm in size, this pendant has a total gemstone weight of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Clasp, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco ruby, diamond and platinum clasp, with an oval faceted Burma ruby in the centre, with a
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Oval Cut Blue Topaz with Pearl Halo Set Vintage Style 14K Rose Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
or yourself! Information Style: Art Deco Width: 10 mm. Length: 19 mm. Weight: 2.07 g. (approx. total
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Dining Table Black Chandelier Art Deco Modern Future
Located in Berlin, DE
Discover timeless elegance and sophisticated lighting with our oval chandelier - the perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal

GIA Certified 2ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A masterpiece of understated grandeur, this 2ct natural oval-cut diamond solitaire pendant captures
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 10K-925 Two-Tone Gold Oval-Cut Brazilian Citrine Pendant with Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Illuminate your style with this exquisite two-tone gold pendant featuring a striking oval-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Crystals White Oval Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large White Oval Pearl Crystals Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Oval Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1960s White Oval Shining Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Elegant
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Designer Charm Pendant in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut sapphire studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Sparkling Crystals Oval Triangle V Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Sparkling Crystals Oval Triangle V Pendant Elegant Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

0.86 Carat Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire with Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire (1 pcs) 0.86 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (32
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval Pearl Flower Crystals Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval Pearl Flower Crystals Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace, Gold
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Shining Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Shining Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

2.00ct GIA Oval-Cut Diamond Halo Pendant with Marquise Accents in 18K White Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
A Masterclass in Minimalist Elegance with Maximal Impact This radiant pendant brings together
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Double Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Pearl Double Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Beige Light Yellow Oval Rectangle Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Beige Light Yellow Oval Rectangle Pendant Modernist Long
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Oval Light Green Emerald Pendant Chunky Necklace
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Oval Light Green Emerald Pendant Bib Chunky Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Exquisite 18k Rose Gold Diamond Oval Pendant Necklace - 1.38 Carat
By Hakimi s Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning pendant necklace features a delicate oval design, beautifully adorned with 96 round
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.46 carat Oval and 0.04 carat Round-cut Blue Sapphire 10K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. This ring is made up of Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Blue Sapphire (5 pcs) 0.46 Carat and
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, White Gold

Ross Pennell Art Deco Untreated Burma Ruby Necklace, 6.30 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Striking in both elegance and rarity, this refined necklace centers a floating oval briolette cut
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20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

5.03 Carat Oval Peridot Pendant with Round Cut Diamond Halo in 18K White Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Gold. This pendant features a vibrant oval-cut natural 5.03 carat peridot center in a prong setting
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2010s North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.3 CTW Oval Cut Opal Halo Diamond Pendant Gift for Women in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
2.3 CTW Oval Cut Opal Halo Diamond Pendant Gift for Women in 14K Gold studded with oval cut opal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Oval Shape Lobster Clasps Diamond Carabiner Pendant Christmas.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Oval Shape Lobster Clasps Diamond Carabiner Pendant Christmas. Gross Weight: 1.5
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Oval Shape Lobster Clasps Diamond Carabiner Pendant Christmas.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Oval Shape Lobster Clasps Diamond Carabiner Pendant Christmas. Gross Weight: 0.92
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.25 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Oval Shape Pendant in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a cabochon cut sapphire studded with halo of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

4.21 CT Natural Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Cluster Pendant in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this exquisite pendant crafted in 14k white gold, featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 0.50 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Double Oval Cluster Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and exquisite, this diamond oval shaped pendant is beautifully crafted in 14K Solid White
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Guilloche Enamel 65 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER, Opera Collection, in 18kt white gold with electric
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2010s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Oval Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Minimal Snowflake Pendant Accented With Diamond
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Details: Stone Type: Ceylon Blue Sapphire Total Weight: 1.03 carats Cut: Oval Product Features
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shaped Mozambique Ruby Minimal Pendant Accented With Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Striking in its simplicity, this elegant pendant features an oval-shaped Mozambique ruby weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Oval Shaped Ceylon Blue Sapphire Minimal Pendant Accented With Diamonds In 18k
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and refined, this minimal pendant centers around a 0.90-carat oval Ceylon blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2007 Large Grey Oval Black Crystal Drop Pendant
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2007 Vintage Unisex Large Grey Oval Rectangle Black Clears Abnormal
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Diamond Oval Clasps 14k Solid Gold Enhancer Charms Pendant Lobster Claw Clasps.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Oval Clasps 14k Solid Gold Enhancer Charms Pendant Lobster Claw Clasps. Material Gold
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Art Deco Opal Necklace 14 Karat Gold Brooch pin necklace 1940. s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Art Deco Opal Necklace / pin Hand crafted From the 1940's Brilliant opal colors was
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

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Oval Art Deco Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the oval art deco 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 Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 44 vintage or 22 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect oval art deco pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating an oval art deco pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Kian Design, Royaal Stones Ltd and Be.Jolie are consistently popular. An oval art deco pendant can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 39 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an oval art deco pendant, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Oval Art Deco Pendant?

Prices for an oval art deco pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $118 and can go as high as $45,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,505.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.