Orthodox Cross
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Georgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Late 20th Century Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Drop Necklaces
Antique 18th Century More Jewelry
Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings
Mixed Metal
Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Band Rings
22k Gold
Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Spinel, Ruby, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Cluster Rings
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Coffee and Tea Sets
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Romantic Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond
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2010s Greek Medieval Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
2010s Greek Byzantine Link Bracelets
Bronze, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Greek Byzantine Signet Rings
Sterling Silver, Bronze, Gold Plate
Antique 16th Century Unknown Renaissance Fashion Rings
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1890s Russian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold, Enamel
1990s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
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Antique 1840s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Greek Retro Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1990s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
1990s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Drop Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Romanian Retro Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Base Metal, Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Brooches
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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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.
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 necklaces designed by David Webb — 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 Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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