Question 1

Is $1000 a lot for an engagement ring?

Accepted Answer

Whether $1,000 is a lot for an engagement ring is a matter of personal opinion. The nationwide average cost of an engagement ring is around $5,500. However, studies have shown that many people purchase rings in the $1,000 to $4,000 range. Find a wide variety of engagement rings on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is a Roma necklace?

Accepted Answer

A Roma necklace is a chain necklace that bears a pendant resembling an ancient Roman coin. In some cases, these necklaces feature real classical coins that have been upcycled into jewelry. Other necklaces may simply have circular pendants with details inspired by authentic coins. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.

Question 3

What is a petite necklace?

Accepted Answer

A petite necklace is a necklace that features fine detail work. Typically, the jewelry has a very small pendant and shows off precise details like intricate micro pav� gemstones. Petite necklaces tend to be very delicate because of their scale. Find a variety of necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is a 143 necklace?

Accepted Answer

A 143 necklace is a piece of jewelry with a symbolic meaning. It usually features precious metal tubes or beads separated by spacers so that they're arranged into groups of one, four and three. The number of tubes or beads represents the number of letters in the words that make up the phrase "I love you." Consequently, people often give 143 necklaces to their partners as romantic gifts. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of necklaces.

Question 5

What is a kindness necklace?

Accepted Answer

What a kindness necklace is varies. In some cases, the term refers to a necklace featuring a typographic pendant that displays the word "kindness." Other times, the term may indicate a necklace set with gemstones that traditionally symbolize kindness, like sapphires or topaz. Shop a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What is a hug necklace?

Accepted Answer

A hug necklace is a necklace with a certain type of pendant. Specifically, it depicts a couple sharing an embrace. In some cases, makers produce the partner figures out of different types of precious metal, such as platinum and titanium or platinum and gold. Other pieces feature just one type of precious metal. To many people, the hug necklace symbolizes romantic love, but others associate it with unity and harmony. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of necklaces.

Question 7

What is a mourning necklace?

Accepted Answer

A mourning necklace is a piece of jewelry worn as a remembrance of death and loved ones, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is a sign of mourning, so the necklace features motifs of skulls, crossbones, or angels that are representative of death and mortality. On 1stDibs you can find antique and vintage mourning jewelry today.

Question 8

What is a serpent necklace?

Accepted Answer

A serpent is another word for a snake and symbolically it’s one of the oldest known mythological symbols. A necklace is a piece of jewelry that hangs around the neck. Serpent jewelry can have a variety of meanings or be purely a decorative adornment. Find an assortment of serpent jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 9

What is a rosary necklace?

Accepted Answer

A rosary necklace contains rosary beads that are organized in a specific fashion to help the owners pray. The beads help the individual count their prayers and can tell them which prayer to say. Shop a collection of vintage and new rosary necklaces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a mandala necklace?

Accepted Answer

A mandala necklace is an ornamental chain with a mandala pendant or the entire chain made using mandala art. A mandala defines a sacred space. It is a circle; which reveals an inner truth about you or the world that surrounds you. Do check out the unique and beautiful mandala necklaces at an affordable price range on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a lariat necklace?

Accepted Answer

Similar to a bolo tie, a lariat necklace consists of a looped cord and a decorative clasp. You can move the clasp up or down the loop, making the necklace tighter or looser.

Question 12

What is a cartouche necklace?

Accepted Answer

A cartouche necklace is a necklace with an oval pendant that encompasses one's name in Egyptian hieroglyphs. Cartouches were formerly worn by Pharaohs and meant to protect them from evil spirits. Today, these necklaces are a part of everyday style.

Question 13

What is a torque necklace?

Accepted Answer

A torque necklace is a stiff metal ring or more aptly, a collar, made from a single piece or strands twisted together featuring an opening to slip it onto the neck. Torque is also frequently spelled torc or torq. Find a collection of vintage and modern torque necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What is a squash necklace?

Accepted Answer

A squash necklace is a necklace in silver and turquoise consisting of round silver beads interspersed with beads that look like they are blooming, all leading down to what looks like a horseshoe or, some would say, a crescent moon turned on its side. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage squash necklaces.

Question 15

What is a solitaire necklace?

Accepted Answer

A solitaire necklace is a necklace with one gemstone on its chain. Frequently a diamond, the stone usually ranges in size from .3 carat to 1.5 carat. Find solitaire necklaces on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is a station necklace?

Accepted Answer

A 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.

Question 17

What is an opera necklace?

Accepted Answer

An opera necklace is a long necklace of a size between 26 - 35 inches. It is worn as a single strand or doubled to create a fashionable two-strand choker. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of opera necklace options to choose from.

Question 18

What is Alhambra necklace?

Accepted Answer

Inspired by the four-leaf clover, the Alhambra necklace is a talismanic design said to be inspired by the Alhambra Palace in Granada, Spain. You can shop a collection of Alhambra designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What is a collar necklace?

Accepted Answer

A collar necklace is a type of necklace that typically rests above one’s upper chest, below the nape of the neck. It is 14 inches in length, usually, and is called a collar necklace because it looks similar to the collar of a shirt. A collar necklace can be a simple string or an elaborately fringed, stone-studded or beaded one. For collar necklaces of different styles, shop on 1stDibs today.

Question 20

What is a Hamsa necklace?

Accepted Answer

The Hamsa is a talismanic symbol that people thought would protect them from evil forces. People who believe in "Supreme Power" and are at a crossroads in their lives wear the Hamsa necklace. Find a collection of vintage Hamsa necklaces on 1stDibs today.

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