Letter Charm Necklace
20th Century Charm Bracelets
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
2010s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Topaz, Sapphire, Ruby,...
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Topaz, Sapphire, Ruby,...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian More Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary English Retro Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Israeli Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century Irish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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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 ExpertMarch 15, 2024The charm on a necklace is called a pendant. It comes from the Old French word pendr, which means "to hang down." In turn, this word has its roots in the Latin verb pendere, also meaning "to hang." Shop a large collection of pendants from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Whether charm necklaces are in style can vary based on personal tastes and current trends. However, many people continue to wear charm necklaces year after year. Charm necklaces allow their wearers to record their most precious life moments in a language of gold and gemstones. The charms can represent friendships and hobbies, as well as births, graduations and anniversaries, making them enduringly meaningful. Find a variety of charm necklaces on 1stDibs.
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