Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Vintage Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1910s European Edwardian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
1920s European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
1890s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
15th Century and Earlier French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Antique Vintage Necklaces
1920s European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Iraqi Post-War Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Sterling Silver
19th Century Mexican Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
1920s Italian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Retro Antique Vintage Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Latvian Artisan Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amber
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Silver Plate
19th Century American Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Vintage Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century French Artisan Antique Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1920s Egyptian Revival Antique Vintage Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Vintage Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl
Early 1900s Italian Contemporary Antique Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklaces
Platinum, Enamel
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1790s Antique Vintage Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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