Lavalier Necklaces
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Drop Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
Early 20th Century European Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
22k Gold, Brass
Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1880s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Greek Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Iolite, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Iolite, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Iolite, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s European Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Drop Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
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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 festoon necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A festoon necklace is a decorative necklace with drapes of chain, beads, and metal bindings as aspects of its decoration. It is named after a festoon garland of flowers.
- Why is it called a lavalier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The lavalier necklace is believed to be named after Duchess Louise de La Vallière who was the mistress of the King of France, Louis XIV, in the 1600s. This elegant pendant-like necklace much later inspired the name of a microphone that clips at the neckline. Shop a range of lavalier jewelry from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a station necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A station necklace is a delicate metal necklace that has gemstones, charms, beads or other embellishments “stationed” at various points along the chain. While they come in a variety of designs, station necklaces with an evenly spaced pattern of gems are particularly alluring. Shop a collection of vintage and modern station necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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