Estate Diamond Tennis Necklaces
20th Century Swiss Artisan Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
20th Century American Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Necklaces
Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 10k Gold, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Charm Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Rings
Rose Gold
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Italian Fashion
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Taiwanese Contemporary Engagement Rings
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
1990s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 2000s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1990s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Stud Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s North American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 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 21, 2023Diamond tennis necklaces remain popular even as trends change from season to season. This style of accessory is luxurious, nostalgic, wearable everyday and delights the eye with its sparkle. Plus, the tennis chain is versatile. It can coordinate with both casual and dressy attire and be worn alone or layered. Explore a variety of diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best way to tell if a diamond tennis necklace is real is to hire a licensed appraiser to evaluate it. While you can perform tests like seeing if fog dissipates quickly after breathing on it, it's generally not possible to verify for certain that diamonds are real on your own. You'll find a range of expertly vetted diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can generally wear a diamond tennis necklace every day. Due to the small size of the stones, tennis necklaces can complement casual attire as easily as they can dressier ensembles. However, you should remove your necklace before you shower and when you're exercising, playing sports and doing other activities that could damage your jewelry. Find a collection of diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, men can wear a diamond tennis necklace. Since there are no hard-and-fast rules when it comes to men's jewelry, you're free to sport anything that you find appealing. Pete Davidson, Drake and Timothée Chalamet are just some of the famous men who have been spotted wearing tennis chains. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023There is no single best setting for a diamond tennis necklace. You can find tennis chains with both prong and bezel settings, and both types can keep diamonds secure when they are well crafted. The biggest difference is that full bezel settings encircle the gemstones, while prongs hug the stones with three or four metal elements, leaving most of their edges visible. Feel free to choose the type of setting that appeals most to you. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There is no set number of diamonds on a 16-inch tennis necklace. The number of diamonds that make up a tennis chain often depends on the size of the gemstones. Generally, the larger the diamonds are, the fewer there are on a tennis necklace. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of tennis necklaces.
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