Multicolor Pearl Strand
Early 2000s Beaded Bracelets
Pearl
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Green Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indonesian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
2010s Polynesian Modern Choker Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Base Metal
Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Stud Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Japanese Beaded Bracelets
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Tourmaline, Zircon, Rhodium, Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, South Sea Pearl
Vintage 1960s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Choker Necklaces
Sapphire, White Gold
Recent Sales
2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 14k Gold
1990s North American Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, White Gold
20th Century Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
20th Century Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sap...
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1990s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1990s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
South Sea Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal
Multicolor Pearl Strand For Sale on 1stDibs
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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 8, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
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