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Oval Shaped Pink Tourmaline Minimal Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:9.933g,D:0.42ct, Tour:17.30ct, 27X23 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold

Oval Shaped Pink Tourmaline Minimal Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:9.493g,D:0.09ct, Tour:10.30ct, 24X20 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold

12.42 Ct. Ethiopian Opal Coral Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 14K White Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. Necklace Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K White Gold Width: 28 mm. Length: 77 mm. (length excludes
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Shaped Pink Tourmaline Minimal Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.674g,D:0.05ct, Tour:9.87ct, 28X24 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Square, Bezel Set Green Tourmaline Pendant 14K Gold, Oval Chain, Gift for Her
Located in Bozeman, MT
Square Step-Cut Bezel Set Green Tourmaline Pendant Necklace 14K Gold with Oval Textured Cable Chain
Category

2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Shaped Emerald Minimal Pendant With Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:7.301g,D:0.10ct, Tour:8.10ct, 24X22 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

TJD 0.33 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Twist Oval Pendant with 18 inch chain
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Experience dazzling diamonds with this magnificent studded pendant that’s sure to steal all the
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid20th Century Art Deco Oval Chandelier with 2 Sconces-La Brocante D Alexandra
Located in Beirut, LB
Vintage oval - shaped Art Deco pendant light with 2 sconces. Light pendant has a metallic shade
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Decò Seguso Oval Mid-Century Six- Light Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier
By Seguso
Located in Roma, IT
Six-light oval Murano chandelier attributed to the mid-century Seguso glassworks, with a brass
Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Oval Blue Enamel Locket Pendant 10 Diamonds total 0, 12c
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé 18k Yellow Gold Guilloche Vitreous Enamel Oval Locket from the Parapluie Collection with 10
Category

Early 2000s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ruby Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Regal and ornate, this exquisite pendant centers around a vivid oval-shaped ruby (1.51cts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant 18k White Gold Green Enamel 35 Diamonds 16 Emeralds Cabochon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k white gold, Peacock Collection, emerald green guilloche
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Oval Pendant Locket Necklace 18k White Gold Green Enamel 35 Diamonds 16 Emeralds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket necklace 18k white gold, Peacock Collection, emerald green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Classic Oval, Pear-Cut Yellow Diamond with White Diamond 18K TT Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace. This Pendant is made up of oval, Pear-Cut (2 pcs) 0.54 carat Round-cut Yellow Diamond (44 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Carved Jade Diamond Necklace Platinum 14k Gold 16" Flowers
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era carved jade & diamond necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Damascene Oval Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
intricate artistry of Damascene metalwork. This type of necklace features an oval-shaped pendant or design
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Art Deco Oval Basket Cut Crystal Chandelier by Carl Hiess Vienna Flush Mount
Located in Vienna, AT
Oval brass frame nickel-plated fitted with nine E27 bulbs, cut crystal octagons, Flush Mount. Made
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Nickel

Christian Dior Vintage Oval Milky White Oval Crystals Button Omega Mesh Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Oval Milky White Oval Stone Crystals Button Pendant Mesh Snake Omega
Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Marsh Co Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Necklace circa 1925
Located in London, GB
Maker: GT Marsh & Co Summary: Art Deco Natural Pearl & Diamond Necklace Description: An Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.03 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Platinum Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
VS2-SI1 Clarity 1.25 Carats. GIA Report Number 2235206762 Handmade Art Deco Inspired Diamond Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18k Solid Gold Eternal flower pendant(**With chain**)
Located in Den Haag, NL
ethernal emerald pendant from our exclusive collection. **This item includes the chain** This pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold

Antique Art Deco Negligee Necklace Amethyst Seed Pearls Silver / 42.5 cm / 4.1 g
Located in SE
show inner flaws and fingerprint-type inclusions. The largest Amethyst of old oval Diamond cut is 13
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

Elegant 10K Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 8x10 Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal (1 pc) 1.62 carat, 2x4 mm Marquise-cut Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond 7.14 Carat Oval Australian Black Opal Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Latest of my creations. A breathtaking Art Deco Inspired Australian Black Opal Emerald Cut and Round
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

14K White Gold 28.62Tcw Oval Green Emerald Halo Diamond Fine Jewelry Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
sparkling white diamonds. The central pendant adds a dramatic flourish — an exquisite oval emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Pearl Cluster Pendant 18" 14k Italian Necklace Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful classic pearl pendant and it's on a stunning 14k yellow gold chain. The pendant
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Genuine Estate 8.1 Carats Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant 14K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A true eye-catching delicate one of a kind rare australian boulder opal pendant that reflects an
Category

2010s Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut sapphire studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Emerald Colombian Raymond Yard Diamond Pendant GIA Huge Vintage 12.09 Carats!
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in Sylvania, GA
of the Most Renowned Designers of The Art Deco Period. He Had a Shop in NY And Commissioned Pieces
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18K White Gold Designer Emerald Pendant with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K 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, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

2.18 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Ballerina Style Pendant Necklace
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Pendent and necklace featuring 2.18 Carat stunning natural Oval Cut Emerald. Our
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Diamond, White Sapphire, and Tanzanite Art Deco Style Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 1.13cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 White Sapphire= 0.56cttw Tanzanite= 3.02cttw Dimensions: necklace measures 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Silvorra 2.54 Ct Multi-Sapphire Leaf Cluster Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This 925 sterling silver pendant showcases a natural multi-sapphire cluster with an elegant branch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Genuine Ruby Diamond Cluster Teardrop Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant in 925 sterling silver showcases 4 genuine oval-cut rubies, each measuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 1.14 Carat Red Ruby Cabochon Diamond Cut Ruby Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
. The stone is from Madagascar. It is surrounded by diamond cut rubies. The pendant itself is 12.2 x
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Five-Petal Natural Ruby Zircon Halo Floral Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in New York, NY
gemstones. The rubies are beautifully arranged in a mix of oval and round cuts, measuring approximately 6
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval Lapis Navy Cabochon Openwork Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Oval Lapis Navy Blue Cabochon Stone Openwork Pendant
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Crystals Omega Collar Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval White Pearl Crystals Omega Adjustable Collar Choker Elegant
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Christian Dior Vintage Large Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystal Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystals Pendant Elegant
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Silvorra Handcrafted 4.65 Ct Natural Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pendant set from Silvorra is meticulously handcrafted in 925 sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

1.15 Carat Pinkish Red Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum 850 Chain. This pendant features 5 oval-cut rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Emerald Marble Green Eye Oval Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Marble Green Eye Oval Pendant Crystals Elegant
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique European Suanpan Abacus Pendant solid 14K Gold / 4.9 gr
Located in SE
Nice 14K Yellow Suanpan Abacus Gold pendant featuring 63 delicate freely moving Golden beads on 18
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Amethyst and Diamond Vintage Style Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
favorite pieces to create your own personalized look. Pendant Information Style: Vintage Metal: 9K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Halo Classic Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous openwork pendant is centered with a 1.5 carat oval aquamarine. The center is accented
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.5 Carat Aquamarine 2.5 carat Diamonds Snow Flake Pendant Necklace
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
2.5 carat Oval Aquamarine, intense blue, with 2.5 carat of round and emerald white diamonds set in
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Amethyst with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 9.41 carats with Diamond 0.26 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Ethiopian Opal and Emerald Halo Pendant with Tsavorites Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Ethiopian Opal Pendant is a symphony of color and elegance, masterfully crafted to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Basic Emerald and Halo Diamond Pendant 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, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin and Grace 14K Opal Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 14-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Turquoise, Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Dainty 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

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Large Oval Pearl Crystals Tear Water Drop Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Large Oval White Pearl Crystals Tear Water Drop Pendant Necklace, Gold
Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Silvorra 16.5 ct Smoky Topaz White Zircon Halo Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver pendant showcases a large oval natural smoky topaz measuring 21 x
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

New 17 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Rose Gold PL Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a magnificent pendant! It is just show stopper! The stone is from Tanzania and is just
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Myanmar Icy Lavender Jadeite Pendant with 18K Gold and Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
-of-a-kind Type A Jadeite sourced from Myanmar, each pendant is a unique work of art, framed with
Category

2010s Asian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval Lapis Foil Gold Cabochon Heart Love Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Oval Lapis Foil Gold Cabochon Stone Heart Love Openwork Pendant
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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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.