12 Strand Pearls
Vintage 1980s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Beaded Bracelets
Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...
2010s Cook Islands Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Late 20th Century Colombian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl
2010s Japanese Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Black Jade, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Apatite
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian More Bracelets
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Beaded Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Coral
2010s Polynesian Modern Choker Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Base Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Jugendstil Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Platinum, White Gold
2010s Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Silver
2010s Modern Choker Necklaces
Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel
Antique 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Ruby, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s English Contemporary Chain Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Retro Retro Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s European Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Beaded Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
2010s Italian Bangles
18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
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