Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Citrine, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Silver, Gilt Metal
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Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
19th Century Mexican Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
1870s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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1920s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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19th Century German Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1890s Russian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1890s English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Lapis Lazuli, Brass, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
1860s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
Silver, Sterling Silver
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Necklace
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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.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
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