Skip to main content

Sapphire And Diamond Draped Necklace

Sapphire and Diamond Draped Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous mid-century sapphire and diamond necklace unites playful motifs with serious gems
Category

Vintage 1950s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Burmese Ruby and Sapphire Beads White Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Burmese Ruby and Sapphire Beads White Diamond Gold Necklace Intricate and captivating, our Burmese
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Modern Sapphire & Diamond Graduated Heart Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Modern Sapphire & Diamond Graduated Heart Necklace Introducing our enchanting vintage heart
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Yellow Gold Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Geneva, CH
This exquisite ruby and diamond floral necklace is crafted from 18k yellow gold, radiating a warm
Category

Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire, White and Lemon Yellow Diamond Riviera Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular blue sapphire and diamond Riviera necklace epitomizes luxury, class and style! The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Blue Sapphire Beads Cts 188.06 and Diamond Roundel Necklace With 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds, and make a statement wherever you go with our blue sapphire beads and diamond roundel necklace
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Vine Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
. These diamonds have a color range of F-G and are of VS1 clarity. The necklace is 17 ½ inches in length
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire 18k White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Chopard Happy Diamond and Sapphire 18K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Turquoise, Sapphires, Diamonds, Opals Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace – a boho dream adorned with opals, turquoise, diamonds, and sapphires. This piece is a celebration
Category

20th Century American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Turquoise, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Multi-Sapphire Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dive into the lavish allure of this Sapphire Beads 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Multi-Strand
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphires and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, a
Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

M. Gerard Gold Cabochon Cut Blue Sapphire And Round Cut Openwork Collar Necklace
By M. Gérard
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the allure of the estate diamond and sapphire necklace by M. Gerard, a masterpiece that
Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Ceylon Sapphire, Burma Spinel, Brazilian Emerald and Diamond Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
necklace, a masterful creation that drapes elegantly around the neck, highlighting the impeccable
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Spinel, Platinum

Diamond Stretchy Foulard Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the breathtaking Diamond Stretchy Foulard Necklace, a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry 112.50 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Suite
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
this suite is a magnificent necklace adorned with 21 oval sapphires totaling 92.21 carats, each gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important 125 Carat Rubellite Necklace And Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
gems, diamond flower motifs, a draping tassel of rubies, and yellow sapphires. The matching ring
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yel...

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Enameled Leaf Diamond Blue Garnet Necklace #16978
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Delicate and dainty, this draped chain holds iridescent pink and green enameled leaves with a
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant & Red Gold "Alonso" Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
round faceted rubies, sapphires, turquoise cabochons and one brilliant-cut diamond. - Diameter of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Ancient Roman Coin Pendant in 18Kt Gold with 3.97 Ctw in Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
. Fitted at top, with a movable bale to wear in a chain or a necklace. Embellished with a great selection
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Bronze, ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature Gold Diamond Ruby Flower Mother Of Pearl Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
round faceted rubies, sapphires, turquoise cabochons and one brilliant-cut diamond. - Diameter of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Pl...

Rossella Ugolini Art Deco Style 45 Karat Emerald Sautoir Twisted Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
versatile necklace is adjustable in length, offering you the freedom to drape it in various ways around your
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Mother Of Pearl Pendant Polki Diamond Bone Ruby Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
round faceted rubies, sapphires, turquoise cabochons and one brilliant-cut diamond. - Diameter of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloche Pendant Watch In Platinum With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the
Category

Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Steel, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Adamas Diamond Sapphire Drop Earrings & Necklace Suite
By Adamas
Located in New York, NY
Signed Adamas Milano Diamond Necklace Drop Earrings Demi Parure Suite with Italian hallmarks which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT 185, 000 Rare White Gold Gorgeous Fancy Large Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Draped Necklace. Necklace consists of Rare Fine Magnificent Glittering
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Opal Pink Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Antique Victorian Brooch
Located in New York, NY
stunning Pink Sapphires, and 88 sparkling Rose Cut Diamonds. The Opals are just out of this world. It is
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT $62, 500 Rare White Gold Gorgeous Fancy Large Blue Sapphire Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Draped Dangle Earrings. Earrings consists of Rare Fine Magnificent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

People Also Browsed

Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Chopard Imperiale Stainless Steel White Dial Automatic Mens Watch 37/8209-33
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned. The watch band has a heavily worn impression/signs as visible in the picture. Tiny dents on one of the lug upside. Can have minor blemishes during handling and shipping. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Turquoise and Diamond Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of handmade Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly earrings. Butterflies are beloved and represent new beginnings and hope. Earrings are 18k Yellow Gold. 36 marqui...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold

Louis Rousselet Signature Pearl Parure
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Parure of cream, pale pink and silver grey handmade signature Rousselet pearls. Comprising a two strand flexible necklace on metal wire, a two strand flexible wrap br...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Julianna Delizza&Elster AuroraBorealisEncrusted Chunky Gunmetal SixLink Bracelet
By Delizza & Elster
Located in Chicago, IL
New York City designers Delizza & Elster created this eye-catching sparkly colorful chunky heavy six-link gunmetal bracelet in the late mid-century. It is elaborately encrusted with ...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Baroque Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal, Copper, Gilt Metal

Iconic Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent FW2002 Runway Silk Black Corset and Skirt
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
SHOWSTOPPER Iconic Runway Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Ensemble F/W 2002 Collection Two piece set made of pure Silk (corset top and skirt) TOM FORD for YVES SANT LAURENT The c...
Category

Early 2000s French Twin Sets

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble, fw 1998
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Chanel cream mohair wool coat and dress ensemble ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Oversized open-front coat with matching belt ▪ Large notched lapels ▪ Built-in shoulder pads ▪ ...
Category

1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Antique 18th Century Minas Novas Earrings Pendant/Brooch Girandole Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Museum-quality rare and important antique 18th century Minas Novas rock crystal quartz girandole pendant and earrings demi-parure mounted in closed-back silver, Portuguese, circa 177...
Category

Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver

Cartier Arabesque Two Tone Gold Collier Necklace in 18K Rose and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Goettingen, DE
Cartier Arabesque Two Tone Gold Collier Necklace in 18K Rose and White Gold Attractive bicolor gold necklace made of semi-solid x-shaped fantasy links in rose gold, connected to one...
Category

1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Mystery-Set Men's Cufflink and Dress Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and extremely rare set of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery-Set cufflinks and dress-set, made in platinum and gold. The buttons and cufflinks are articulately set wit...
Category

Late 20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chopard Femme Classique Quartz Diamond Watch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1990
By Chopard
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This beautiful, hard-to-find late 20th century timepiece features a round white face with gold dot hours within a wide, rounded bezel punctuated with clean white diamonds. The Imper...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Very Fine 2 Carat Burma Sapphire Ring Set with Daimonds 18k Gold
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Very Fine Burma Sapphire = 2.08 Carat Diamonds = 1.10 Carats (Color: E, Clarity: VS) Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 US Jewelry Gift Box Included
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Fancy Intense Yellow 4+ Ct Radiant-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings Scarselli VS2
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Natural GIA-certified fancy intense yellow radiant-cut diamond earrings, featuring 4.79 and 4.94 carats respectively, on a platinum and 18k yellow gold setting. Classic radiant-cut f...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Impressive 15.35 Carat Rare Untreated Oval Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This absolutely jaw dropping, rare oval cut sapphire and diamond cocktail ring is one of those pieces that you will always adore. The massive, bright, and brilliant blue stone is mes...
Category

20th Century Sri Lankan Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Czech Crystal Brooch, 1920's.
Located in New York, NY
Ornate crystal brooch with bezel settings from Czechoslovakia 1920's. Openback central crystal with foiled crystals surrounding it in antique brass mounts. 2.75" x 1.75". Excellent ...
Category

20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Hattie Carnegie Earrings
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in New York, NY
Unusual rhinestone clip earrings by Hattie Carnegie. Pale citrine rhinestones are mixed with unusual marbleized and foiled stones with milky streaks inside.
Excellent conditio...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Recent Sales

Lariat Necklace in 9 Carat Gold and Green Sapphire Pavé Bar from IOSSELLIANI
By IOSSELLIANI
Located in Rome, IT
This captivating necklace from Iosselliani drapes along the neck with a 18 Karat gold custom made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, 9k Gold

Study in Black & White: Very Rare 17 C. Pearl Pendant
Located in Wimberley, TX
two diamonds, two rock crystals, two white topaz and one white sapphire in a mix of four table cuts
Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Topaz, Natural Pearl

Art Deco Czech Jewel-Tone Crystal & Chain Necklace, 1920s
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is an Art Deco Czech jewel-tone crystal and draping chain gold-washed necklace from
Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Necklace and Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
swirl is draped over and intertwined with a pink sapphire and brown diamond swirl, which is suspended
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Wh...

Sapphire Emerald Diamond Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
effort around the neck, and decorated with an asymmetrical stack of emeralds, diamonds and sapphires. The
Category

Vintage 1980s More Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Princess Style Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
diamonds and deep blue sapphires in a gorgeous princess style. The round blue sapphires at the center of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

65.29ct Diamond & Sapphire Pear Shape Necklace in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
• Platinum • 65.29 Carats • Number of Diamonds: 36 • Carat Weight: 11.09ctw • Number of Sapphires
Category

2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GCS Certified Natural Sri Lanka Sapphire 21ct & Diamond Antique Necklace/Tiara
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian, circa 1900, sapphire and diamond necklace consisting of a drop pendant set in
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Pearl Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond bead and bezel set throughout. With an additional articulated diamond drop bezel set in center
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White ...

Oval-Cut Sapphire Necklace, 20.13 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fourteen perfectly matched oval-cut sapphires are set in this one-of-a-kind necklace. The gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

20.22 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Dripping in diamonds, this 18kt white gold necklace hosts an impressive 20.22ct of G-SI bezel set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Victorian Era Style 8.76 Carat Blue Sapphire Studded Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, a truly delightful sapphire and diamond necklace that effortlessly embodies the essence of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s Pearl Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Five Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace drapes as five strands comprised of 5.8 mm round pearls, hand knotted near clasp Pearls
Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Very Fine and Feminine Edwardian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Graceful Edwardian necklace. Beautifully faceted sapphires, set with diamonds and pearls. Platinum
Category

20th Century American Edwardian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Enameled Leaf Diamond and Blue Garnet Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Enameled Leaf Diamond and Blue Garnet Necklace. Delicate and
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Enamel

Seed Pearl Sapphire Diamond Gold Filigree Cameo Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
sapphires. Note the diamond necklace draped about the subject’s neck. Size 3.5 can be resized on request.
Category

Vintage 1920s More Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Medallion Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
calibrated sapphires. This can be opened and can fit either a chain or cord type necklace. Diamond Weight
Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...

Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond 1.15 Carat Lariat Yellow Gold 17 Inch Pendant
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond Lariat Pendant - a radiant blend of luxury
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond 1.15 Carat Lariat Yellow Gold 17 Inch Pendant
Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond 1.15 Carat Lariat Yellow Gold 17 Inch Pendant
Free Shipping
H 17.25 in W 0.25 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.25 in L 17.25 in
Antique Untreated No Heat 9.0 Ct Sapphire Diamonds Pendant Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Berlin, Berlin
jewels, having begun in the 1890s with diamonds in silver, grew ever more popular – and soon a new kind
Category

Early 20th Century British Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Sapphire And Diamond Draped Necklace", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Sapphire And Diamond Draped Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the sapphire and diamond draped necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. You can easily find a 7 antique edition and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect sapphire and diamond draped necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing sapphire and diamond draped necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Adamas each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a sapphire and diamond draped necklace featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also pear cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a sapphire and diamond draped necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Sapphire And Diamond Draped Necklace?

The price for a sapphire and diamond draped necklace starts at $2,195 and tops out at $184,450 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,900.

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.