Venetian Link Necklace
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Link Necklaces
Gold
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Gold
20th Century European Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Early Victorian Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry
Ruby, 14k Gold
1990s French Sunglasses
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Fashion Rings
Agate, Rose Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Band Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Vintage 1950s Choker Necklaces
Sapphire, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Chandelier Earrings
Aquamarine, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Vintage 1920s Portuguese Art Nouveau Wedding Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
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1990s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Gold
20th Century Retro Link Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Choker Necklaces
Gold-filled, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Crystal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Early Victorian Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold-filled, Sterling S...
21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Tou...
Early 20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Emerald, Pearl, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s British Victorian Link Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Emerald, Garnet, Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Venetian Link Necklace 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a wide variety of different types of links used in necklace chains. One of the most common is a cable link, which consists of oval or round links connected to each other. Box links are simple, but they feature square or rectangular-shaped links that connect. Curb links are similar to cable links, but their curves and thicker links give them a heavy durability. Other artistic link styles include flat links and herringbone links. Shop a variety of link necklaces and chains from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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