Antique Sterling Silver Choker
1890s Swedish Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Onyx, Rock Crystal, Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
19th Century Mexican Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Citrine, Sterling Silver
1880s Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Quartz, Sterling Silver
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
1920s Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Danish Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver
1860s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Gold
1890s French Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Coral, Gold Plate, Silver
1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Etruscan Revival Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Moroccan Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
1860s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Metal
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Early 1800s American Late Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Quartz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Metal, Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Indian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
1920s Indian Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Quartz, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Carnelian
1910s British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Coral
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century Georgian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
1890s British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
1910s British George V Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Sterling Silver
1660s Mexican Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver
1890s Unknown Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Choker
Silver, Sterling 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.
- 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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