Easter Egg Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Russian Empire Chain Necklaces
Gold-filled
1990s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Enamel, Gilt Metal
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vermeil
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Agate, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Platinum
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Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vermeil, Silver
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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18k Gold, White Gold
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Silver, Gilt Metal
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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold
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Gold
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Enamel
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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
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Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories
Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s European Late Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s European Retro Drop Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Vanity Items
18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1990s French Modernist Cocktail Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold
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2010s French Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, White Gold
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Diamond
2010s Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
2010s Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Russian Necklace Enhancers
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 18th Century Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s Russian Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Russian Russian Empire Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Crystal, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold, Enamel
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Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Russian Empire Chain Necklaces
Gold-filled
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14k Gold
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Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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14k Gold
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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
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Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Russian Drop Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Drop Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
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Vermeil
Vintage 1910s Russian Russian Empire Drop Necklaces
Silver
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Silver, Enamel
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Gilt Metal
Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Sterling Silver
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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings
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Jade, 18k Gold
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
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Peridot, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
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18k 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a Fabergé egg necklace is real, first look for one of the brand's hallmarks. The jewelry house's markings varied widely over the years but often featured the name in Cyrillic or a head shown in profile beside a number. A licensed appraiser can help you accurately assess the authenticity of your necklace. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Fabergé jewelry.
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