Long Strand Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary European Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Hematite, Gold-filled
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Brass
2010s Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Cook Islands Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Other
2010s Indonesian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indonesian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amazonite
2010s French Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Peridot, Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
1990s Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Emerald, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl
1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Silver Plate
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
18k Gold
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tourmaline, Pinchbeck, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Quartz, Silver
Antique Early 19th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Fluorite, Apatite, Gold Plate
1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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Long Strand Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Long Strand Necklace?
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 long necklace called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What long necklaces are called depends on their length. Generally, pieces between 20 and 25 inches long are matinee necklaces, while ones that are 26 to 36 inches long are opera necklaces. Rope necklaces are the longest, measuring more than 36 inches in length. Explore a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a long chain necklace is called depends on its length. Opera chains are 26 to 36 inches long and typically hang below the chest. At 37 inches and longer, rope chains are the longest styles and can be worn loose, layered, wrapped or knotted. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chain necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Extra-long necklaces are usually called rope necklaces. They start at 37 inches in length and can be much longer. One of the biggest benefits of rope necklaces is that their length allows you to style them in different ways. For example, you can knot them, wrap them around your neck or layer them with shorter necklaces. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether 24 inches is too long for a necklace depends on the person wearing it and their individual style. Taller people and those with wider necks may find 24-inch necklaces to be flattering. A 24-inch necklace can also be paired with a low-cut top or layered with shorter necklaces. Explore a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, a 20-inch necklace isn't too long for a woman. Called matinee length, the 20-inch necklace will usually fall below the collarbone and can be an attractive option for work or casual occasions. People with short necks may actually prefer this length because it helps to visually elongate the neckline. A 20-inch necklace can also be a good choice for creating layered necklace effects. Find a wide variety of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023How long a necklace should be for a plus-size woman depends on what she intends to wear. Generally, 20- to 25-inch matinee-length necklaces are flattering options. However, a necklace should hit just above or below the neckline of tops and dresses. Depending on the style of garment with which you're accessorizing, you may want a longer necklace, like a 26- to 36-inch opera length, or a shorter 18-inch princess length. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of necklaces.
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