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Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Flower Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an old mine cut diamond set with talon prongs - eye clean and bright Accented by seed pearls
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Abalone Pearl and Gemstone Pendant
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this beautiful rendition of an island flower. Amethysts, White Diamonds, and a Pink Tourmaline complete
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Diamonds and Baroque Pearl Necklace or Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Kt rose gold and 14 Kt rose gold flowers with shiny diamonds and a pearl in the middle of it. Tot
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Mother of pearl and diamond floral pendant necklace fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Red Gold "Alonso" Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
This new Signature Mother-of-pearl pendant has been carefully hand crafted to gleam, and shine for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Early Retro 1.25 Total Carat Diamond and Pearl Enameled Flower Basket Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite diamond and pearl necklace from the early Retro (ca1940) era! This incredible platinum
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Vintage 1940s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Antique Victorian Turquoise, Seed Pearl, Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional Victorian turquoise and seed pearl, 0.12 Carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby Peridot Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Seed Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pearls and Old European cut diamonds (total weight approximately 1.18 carat). The pendant is removable
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Malakite, Diamonds, Onyx, Pearls, Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
with a malakite surrounded by diamonds and, on it, a gold flower studded with diamonds. The chain in 9
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Swiss Diamond, Pearl, and Guilloché Enamel Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
spectacular and feminine diamond watch pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1894) era! Swiss in origin, this
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Antique 1890s Swiss Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the chain. In the upper part of the pendant, a bow mounted with diamonds. The pendant is mounted with
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 2.00ct Blue Zircon, Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
With intricate winding vines, leaves and flowers, this stunning Edwardian pendant was clearly
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 15k Gold, Platinum

Fei Liu Diamond Pearl Pendant 9 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Description: Lily of the Valley double pendant with a 6mm pearl and 0.104ct white diamonds, set in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian English Natural Pearl and Diamond Removable Pendant Necklace in Box
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning natural pearl and diamond necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This incredible 15kt
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, a flower mounted with a central pearl of 9 mmsurrounded by diamonds. The chain is included. This
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Estate Emerald Ruby Diamond Freshwater Pearl Flower Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This estate necklace is made of 18K yellow gold. The large flower has 0.75 carats of rubies and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Double Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Adore this prominent and beautiful Estate Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Double Flower Pin Brooch! This
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Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ruby, Enamel, Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat Pendant and Earrings Set
Located in Miami, FL
flowers nestling in a diamond encrusted basket with three 6mm pearls dangling down and two 4 mm center
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond, Pearl and Blue Enamel 9ct Gold Pendant Necklace - c.1900
Located in London, GB
for June and diamonds, April. The pendant is unmarked as is common with such articles of this period
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Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Fei Liu Mother of Pearl Diamond Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
0.11ct diamond-set flowers, a flower-shaped white mother of pearl and a round freshwater pearl. Set in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920 Art Deco 14K White Gold Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
pearl, brilliant white diamond accents, and layered 14k white gold chain, this Art Deco pendant is
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blooming Orchid Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Dust Pendant
Located in New York, NY
in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions Pendant Diameter Approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Poppy Pendant an Brooch with Black Diamonds, Pearls and Ruby
Located in Brisbane, AU
Art Nouveau style Poppy pendant featuring a ruby and black diamonds and pearls. Brooch attachment
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2010s Australian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Baroque Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
the twisting, sculptural shape of the exotic Orchid flower. Whispering baroque pearl drop pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fei Liu Diamond Pearl Pendant 9 Karat White Gold Lily Valley Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Description: Lily of the Valley double pendant with freshwater pearl and brilliant white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Luis Masriera Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Pendant
By Luis Masriera
Located in New York, NY
A Spanish Art Nouveau 18 karat gold pendant brooch with diamond and pearls by Masriera. The pendant
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Antique Early 1900s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, NA
Natural Salt Water Certified Pearl of 28.10 carat in a diamond frame with a laurel wreath, flowers and
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

1900s Diamond and Ruby, Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
decorated are ornamented with two Dutch cut diamonds, tow round cut rubies and two seed pearls. The pendant
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Conch Pearl Calla Diamond Ruby Sapphire Tsavorite Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Queen of Pearls Magnificent Calla brooch which can be worn as pendant too Marvellous sensual design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Fei Liu Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Black Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Description: Whispering baroque pearl pendant with 0.03ct white diamonds and a 12mm x 14mm baroque
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

14 Karat Gold Pink Mother of Pearl Rhodolite Special Cut Flower Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14K gold pink mother of pearl rhodolite special cut flower pendant necklace Elevate your elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodolite, 14k Gold

French "Belle Époque" Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
pendulum a rose-cut diamond set closed and a natural baroque pearl. The chain has 2 intermediate rings to
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fei Liu Multiwear Pearl Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Stones: - pendant: pearl = 15.12ct, diamonds total weight = 1.81ct - clasp: diamonds total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...

Michael Kneebone Amethyst Citrine Topaz Pink Sapphire Diamond Flower Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
One-of-a-kind carved mother-of-pearl flower is decorated with pear shaped amethyst, citrine, blue
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, Citrine, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, White Diamond, 18k...

Diamond 18 Karat Black Gold Filigree Mini Egg Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
egg pendant with 0.22ct white diamonds and 9mm pearl, set in black rhodium plate on 18ct white gold
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1900s Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Jaeger leCoultre Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
encrusted with rose cut diamonds. The chain combines a beautiful filigree on gold with silver flowers and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Raymond Yard Reverse Crystal Flower Pendant
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in New Orleans, LA
pearls and glistening diamonds that surround the pendant and run along the length of the filigree chain
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20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Coral, Multicolor Sapphires, Pearls, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds, multicolor sapphires and little pearls. The pendant will come with a rubber chain. This pendant
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Belle Époque Diamond Onyx Platinum 18 Karat Gold French Flower Garden Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant comprised of onyx inset in platinum-topped, millegrained, circular frame depicting flowers
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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Sea Pearl 1.90 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Vienna, AT
) Two sea pearls Many diamonds - vintage cuts Most elegant necklace: Best quality and very high
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Green Amethysts, Diamonds, Engraved Pink Coral, Onyx, Sapphires, Pearls, Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
of onyx with a carved flower coral, and delicate pearls. Tot weight 21 gr. Diamonds 0.33 Kt
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow S...

Pearl Brilliant Tsavorite Necklace forever frozen amazing designed Flower
Located in Viena, Viena
freshwater pearl in fine quality, frame and flower stem set in 750 white gold and decorated with fine green
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Mother Of Pearl Pendant Polki Diamond Bone Ruby Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
This new Signature Mother-of-pearl pendant has been carefully hand crafted to gleam, and shine for
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.25 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Ruby Akoya Pearl Flower Necklace, Promotion
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Akoya pearl (AA grade+) from Japan, and diamond cut rubies mounted in the modern Russian setting
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Old Mine Diamond Pearl Pendant Charm Necklace Art Deco White Gold Peach
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful original Art Deco - Victorian - Belle Epoque pendant or charm in a fruit, flower motif
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold

Belle Époque Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace in Platinum and Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
. This beautiful pearl and diamond flower is suspended from a fine, graduated diamond line, consisting of
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Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gol...

Vintage Louis Vuitton Diamond and Mother of Pearl Blossom Lariat Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, England
other two with lustrous white mother of pearl. The pendant hangs from a signed Louis Vuitton Cartier 17
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Louis Vuitton Diamond and Mother of Pearl Blossom Lariat Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, England
other two with lustrous white mother of pearl. The pendant hangs from a signed Louis Vuitton Cartier 17
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Estate Baroque Pearl and Pavè Diamond Pendent in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Estate Pearl & Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold Estate Pearl & Diamond Pendant features a 14.4mm
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Amethyst, Diamond and Glass Suffragette Pendant, circa 1913
By Goldsmiths Silversmiths Co. Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A suffragette pendant, with a rose-cut diamond set forget-me-not flower, in the centre, with
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant, 9k Gold, Floral, Trefoil
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful, Dainty little antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Edwardian 1910 Art Nouveau Clip Joint In18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
two horizontal hinged elements to mount into the pearls of the necklace. Diamonds: Accented with 12
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k...

French Antique Gold, Enamel, Diamond, Pearl Necklace with Bird and Heart Locket
Located in New York, NY
An antique early Victorian gold, enamel, diamond, and seed pearl necklace comprised of a gold and
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Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Topaz, Sapphires, Rubies, Onyx, Pearls, Diamonds, 14Kt Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds. As pendant, a pearl. Along the chain, pearls and onyx. This pendant necklace was totally handmade
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Pansy Flower Enamel Pendant Brooch 18Kt Gold Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
wear as a brooch and a rounded hook to be wear in a chain as a pendant. Diamonds: Mounted in flush
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Pearl And Diamond Flower Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pearl and diamond flower pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 22 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl and diamond flower pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pearl and diamond flower pendant from Mikimoto, Alberto and H H Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and old european cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a pearl and diamond flower pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Pearl And Diamond Flower Pendant?

Prices for a pearl and diamond flower pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $275 and can go as high as $64,653, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,500.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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