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Christian Dior Vintage Baroque Heart Love Knot Openwork Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Baroque Heart Love Knot Openwork Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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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

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Iris White Pearl Flower Openwork Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Iris White Pearl Flower Openwork Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Trio Square Egyptian Pendant Cuban Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Enamel Trio Square Rectangle Egyptian Pendant Cuban Modernist
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Heart Triangle Crystals Hoop Pendant Link Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Heart Triangle Crystals Linked Interlocked Hoop Pendant Elegant
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Turquoise and 14k Gold Bead Pendant Necklace
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Turquoise Bead & Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Necklace. This necklace features a bezel-set round-cut
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1990s North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Matte Frost Leaf Flower Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
come from vintage or contemporary. I collected many vintage jewellery. In the meantime, I am also a
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

27.00 Carat Aqua Antique Retro Art Deco Rose Gold Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage handmade 14k rose and white gold pendant necklace. Set with a natural 3 dimensional round
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Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage White Pearl Woven Drop Pendant Gold Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage White Beaded Round Pearls Woven Openwork Drop Pendant Elegant
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Pendant Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Pendant Chunky Modernist Elegant Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Semicircle Circle Crystal Pendant Drop 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Semicircle Crystals Drop Pendant Elegant 2 Jewellery Gift Set
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Stanley Hagler Vintage Baroque Gothic Large Cross Black Flower Crystals Pendant
By Stanley Hagler
Located in Wokingham, England
jewellery, not matter where they are come from vintage or contemporary. I collected many vintage jewellery
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Air Hot Balloon Diamond Pearl 14k Pendant
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
placing an order! Appraisal Reads: One (1) vintage fourteen karat white gold diamond balloon pendant with
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Shell Pendant Circle Grey Brown Necklace
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Large Long Robert Goossens Rive Gauche Shell Water Drop Pendant
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Chaumet Annaud Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Circle Pendant on Chain Vintage
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet Annaud Necklace Gold Circular Pendant on Chain 18K Yellow Immaculate Condition
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1990s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Knot Bow Water Drop Pearl Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Knot Bow Water Drop Pearl Crystals Dangle Drop Pendant Elegant
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Ruby Black Long Bar Clear Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Black Ruby Red Clear Crystals Long Bar Pendant Elegant
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Fendi Vintage Logo F Fendista 3D Leaf Water Drop Pendant Chunky Long Necklace
By Fendi
Located in Wokingham, England
Fendi Vintage Unisex Large Logo F Fendista 3D Leaf Water Drop Openwork Pendant Chunky Statement
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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Halo White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Embrace timeless elegance with this exquisite Art Deco-style target pendant, featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Deco Pendant Necklace was created in America Circa 1925. Featuring a Shield form
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, White 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
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Square Floral 14K Two Tone Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. Information Style: Art-deco Width: 13 mm. Length: 21 mm. Weight: 2.00 g. (approx. in total) Gemstones Type
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Peridot and Jade Vintage Style Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
the same design earrings for the perfect look. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Textured Iconic CC Logo Round Circle Lace Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1970s Unisex Textured Iconic CC Logo Round Circle Lace Pendant Adjustable Hinged
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold Plate

1940s Vintage 34.92 Carat High Zircon and 9k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold pendant / brooch; part of our diverse Art Deco style jewellery collection. This magnificent Art
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Zircon, Yellow Gold

Claudino de Oliveira Art Deco Golden Pearl Old Cut Diamond Necklace 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Claudino de Oliveira Art Deco Golden Pearl and Diamond Lavalier Necklace in Platinum, Portugal
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Joan Rivers Vintage Blue Glass Basket Bow Present Pendant Chain Long Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
of jewelry.Expert in fine art, antiques and vintage jewelry, Joan followed the latest trends and
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1990s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Emerald Vintage Style Floral Leaves Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This fine and impressive emerald antique pendant has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Deco vintage crystal brooch blown glass pink crystals Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a vintage Deco cut Crystal geometric Brooch Pendant Necklace. The
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Sterling Silver, Base Metal

GIA Platinum Sapphire Diamond Unheated Pendant Vintage VS Necklace 14.13 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pendants, and Rings from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Victorian eras. (I will be listing
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Platinum Art deco necklace full set with diamonds and a natural Sapphire
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
This exquisite pendant features a harmonious blend of vintage elegance and luxurious craftsmanship
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

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

LB offers Vintage Mexican Malachite Sterling pendant Venetian Ceramic necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large, Vintage, Mexican, Malachite, Sterling Silver pendant
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Malachite, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage French White Origami Bird Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a lucky white enamel origami
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Old European Cut Diamond Circle Pendant Double Strand diamond Vintage Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite vintage necklace showcases timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Blue Topaz Bezel Set Vintage Style Dangle Drop 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Width: 12 mm. Length: 34 mm. (length excludes chain) Weight: 1.20 g
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

Grima 2.18ct Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Bespoke Pendant
By Grima
Located in Bishop s Stortford, Hertfordshire
Grima 2.18ct Brilliant Cut Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Bespoke Pendant Product Details Xupes
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lavender Orange Vintage Glass Bauhaus 18K Gold-plated Silver Pendant Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant's are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 22K gold. The beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

LB offers Vintage Austrian SS pendant Venetian chevron beads Jet Lava Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer Vintage Sterling Silver Austro Hungarian Empire Pendant. This
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

4mm Round Diamond Blue Sapphire Vintage Inspired Halo 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A glamorous pair of Art Deco-inspired target pendant bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Platinum Filigree Pendant with Precious Topaz and Brown Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
This exquisite vintage pendant is a true masterpiece of intricate artistry and rare gemstone beauty
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Wing Necklace Pave Diamond 925 Silver Wing Pendant Birthday Gift Charm.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Wing Necklace Pave Diamond 925 Silver Wing Pendant Birthday Gift Charm. Base Metal
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1 Carat Diamond Filigree Brooch Pendant Combo 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this versatile vintage beauty! Brooch Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Art Deco
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Silvorra Vintage Floral Natural Emerald and Zircon Halo Pendant in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This vintage-inspired floral pendant showcases lush natural emeralds set in polished 925 sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Drop Necklace 16 3/4" - 14k European .20ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Italian Chiappe Air Force FIM Wings Crown 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the symbol for the Air Force
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Blue and Green Vintage Glass Bauhaus 18K Gold-plated Silver Pendant Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant's are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 22K gold. The beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

London Blue Topaz Sapphire Vintage Style Floral Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by Victorian antique era jewelry, this pendant is lovingly handcrafted in oxidized yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow and Beige Vintage Glass Bauhaus 18K Gold-plated Silver Pendant Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant's are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 22K gold. The beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Yellow Neon Blue Vintage Glass Bauhaus 18K Gold-plated Silver Pendant Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant's are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 22K gold. The beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

LB offers Vintage Sterling Turquoise Belt Buckle pendant Crystal Glass Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Mexican Sterling Silver and Turquoise Brooch with a
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Inspired Sapphire Crystal Bib 2010s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous statement Art Deco Crystal Bib. Inspired by the best of Art Deco design and supersized
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Original 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Cut Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.3 grams. Totally is main diamond about 0.75 ct. The main stone is has J color and vs clarity. Totally side diamond 0.75 ct. The side diamond...
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1990s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Chanel necklace with pendant by Goossens and house of Gripoix, signed
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Today I can offer a unique Chanel necklace with a beautiful pendant with Gripoix glass drops from
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

White Tile Shape And Small Green Oval Art Deco 2407N Chain Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consists of white tile shape and small green oval new old stock vintage German glass
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass

White Long Oval And Small Blue Oval Art Deco 2406N Chain Necklace
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of white long oval and small blue oval new old stock vintage German glass beads
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass

LB offers Afghani Vintage Enamel Chains Pendant Venetian Resin Glass SS Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Afghani Enamel and Silver Pendant necklace. Green glass
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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Vintage Art Deco Pendant Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of vintage art deco pendant jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1274 vintage or 228 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of vintage art deco pendant jewelry 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. A choice in our collection of vintage art deco pendant jewelry from Christian Dior, Aracheli Studio and David Webb — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of vintage art deco pendant jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 400 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of vintage art deco pendant jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Art Deco Pendant Jewelry?

On average, a piece of vintage art deco pendant jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,176, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $1,012,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.