Antique Necklace Clasp
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Agate, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, Gold
1880s European Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1920s European Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century European Antique Necklace Clasp
Amethyst, Pearl
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1920s Unknown Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Jade, 9k Gold
1920s French Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
1920s Italian Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, Gold
19th Century British Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century British Antique Necklace Clasp
Pearl, Yellow Gold
19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver
19th Century Chinese Antique Necklace Clasp
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Vermeil
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Necklace Clasp
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 1900s Italian Retro Antique Necklace Clasp
Amber, 9k Gold
1920s European Antique Necklace Clasp
Jade, Platinum
1920s European Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Platinum
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Silver
Early 1900s Retro Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
1870s Italian Modernist Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Jade, Gold
19th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Necklace Clasp
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Dutch Edwardian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Garnet, 14k Gold
1920s European Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklace Clasp
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold
18th Century Portuguese Antique Necklace Clasp
Chrysoberyl, Silver
1750s English Georgian Antique Necklace Clasp
1920s European Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Early 1800s German Georgian Antique Necklace Clasp
Berlin Iron, Cut Steel
19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver
Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
14k Gold
1890s Dutch Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 14k Gold
Mid-19th Century American Artisan Antique Necklace Clasp
Morganite, Topaz, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Brass
1890s Late Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
15k Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820s European George IV Antique Necklace Clasp
14k Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century American Artisan Antique Necklace Clasp
Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
1920s Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire
1920s Art Deco Antique Necklace Clasp
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Silver
Late 19th Century British Antique Necklace Clasp
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold
1910s British Edwardian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral
1910s German Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Clasp
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Necklace Clasp
Coral, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Clasp
14k 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.
- What is a clasp on a necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A clasp on a necklace is a small contraption designed to keep the necklace fastened to the wearer’s neck. Different artisans use different types of clasps, such as toggle clasp, hook clasp, and barrel clasp among others. Find a collection of antique and vintage necklace clasps on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What a necklace without a clasp is called depends on its design. A necklace that doesn't require a clasp due to its length may be referred to by a general term depending on its size. Examples include 26- to 36-inch opera-length necklaces and rope necklaces, which are longer than 36 inches. Some lariat necklaces tie or loop together in the front instead of fastening closed with a clasp. Explore a wide range of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To put a clasp on a pearl necklace, enlist the help of an experienced jeweler or jewelry repair shop. The strings commonly used to produce pearl necklaces are very delicate. Attempting to add a clasp on your own could damage your necklace. Find a variety of pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.
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