Astrological Necklaces. Below are some examples and price guides of antique and vintage necklaces with an astrological theme including an Indian Navratna necklace and a bronze age sun amulet.
A zodiac pendant necklace, circa 1970 The textured pendant depicting the Libra symbol suspended from a textured curb-link chain, lengths: pendant 4.9cm, chain 62.0cm
Sold for £ 2,295 inc. premium at Bonham’s in 2019
A MULTI-GEM, GOLD AND ENAMEL NAVRATNA NECKLACE Numerous foil-backed gemstones, with typical inclusions, length adjustable
Navratna pendants in India are set with precious stones that represent the nine planets of the Hindu astrological system, the Navagraha. These stones are worn individually or all together in a jewel. The Navratna is believed to negate danger and to attract beneficial influences.
Sold for USD 2,880 at Christie’s in 2005
BRONZE AGE SUN AMULET
Ca.600 BC. An open-work Celtic Astrological Pendant; Sun Symbol; suspension loop; Good Condition, wearable; 60x50mm2.36X1.97IN/ 8g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s
Sold for $160 at Pax Romana Auctions in 2019
14 Karat Gold Charm Necklace, Eric de Kolb The textured gold links supporting 12 charms depicting the zodiac, gross weight approximately 178 dwts, length 30 inches, signed Eric de Kolb.
Sold for 23,750 USD at Sotheby’s in 2016
Intaglio with Jupiter, Mars, and Mercury Surrounded by the Zodiac Set in a Pendant This intaglio depicts Jupiter enthroned and flanked by Mercury on the right, holding a caduceus and wearing a petasos, and Mars on the left, helmeted and holding a spear. An eagle stands between Mercury and Jupiter. Below the three gods, the torso of a bearded male figure is shown in a semi-circle, representing Atlas. The central scene is surrounded by the twelve signs of the zodiac.
1st-4th century CE (?) or 16th century CE (?) (Imperial or Renaissance)
Reference: The Walters Art Museum
18kt yellow gold pendant of the astrological sign of Gemini depicting the twins Castor and Pollux. With (3) round brilliant cut diamond accents measuring approx. 3.0mm each or a total of approx. 0.30cttw. Accompanied by a 14kt yellow gold bail, and a gold-tone choker necklace. Total approx. weight of 18kt gold is 36.7 dwt; total approx. weight of 14kt gold is 0.9 dwt.
Sold for $2,000 at Clarke Auction Gallery in 2019
