18 Karat Necklace
Vintage 1980s Unknown Choker Necklaces
18k Gold
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White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold
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White Diamond, 18k Gold
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Coral, Diamond, Agate, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces
Gold
1990s American Modern Necklace Enhancers
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian More Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Retro Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces
Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian More Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Thai Modern Link Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Link Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, White Diamond, D...
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s German Modern Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Necklace Enhancers
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Rose Gol...
Early 20th Century Iraqi Post-War Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18 Karat Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 18 Karat 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, there is such a thing as 18-karat. The term describes metal that is 75 percent pure gold, with the remaining 25 percent being an alloy like aluminum, copper, nickel, iron or zinc. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gold jewelry and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry is 18-karat gold, not 14-karat. The luxury jewelry designer makes necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and cufflinks in 18-karat white, gold and rose gold. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether 14-karat or 18-karat white gold is better for a wedding band depends largely on your preferences. If you like the look of white gold with a warmer tone, you may wish to opt for 18-karat gold because it often appears yellower due to its higher gold content. On the other hand, 14-karat white gold wedding bands tend to be durable, making them a good option for people most concerned with keeping their rings scratch-free. Find an assortment of white gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether an 18-inch necklace is too short depends on a few factors. If the necklace length causes it to hit right at the neckline of your top, you may want to go with a longer or shorter option. People with wide or short necks may also find necklaces longer than 18 inches more flattering. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether an 18- or 20-inch necklace is better depends on a variety of factors. Generally, a necklace should fall above or an inch or so below the neckline of what you're wearing, so you'll want to keep your tops and dresses in mind as you choose pieces. People with wider or shorter necks may prefer longer necklaces, while those with longer or narrower necks may be best flattered by longer styles. Also, you may find one length more comfortable or visually appealing than another based on your preferences. Shop a large collection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Whether you should get an 18-inch or 20-inch necklace depends largely on where you want the piece to fall. An 18-inch, or princess-length, necklace usually hits just below the collarbone and can work well for displaying pendants. A 20-inch, or matinee-length, necklace will rest a little further below the collarbone and can be ideal for creating layered looks with other necklaces. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of necklaces.
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