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Necklaces For Sale
Natural Pearl and Faceted Diamond Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
A natural pearl and faceted diamond bead necklace, the 80 natural pearls measuring approximately 5.1-7.6mm accompanied by Gem and Pearl L...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
George III Garnet-Set Demi-Parure
Located in London, GB
A George III garnet-set demi-parure, the necklace consisting of four garnet-set foliate clusters linked with articulated garnet-set trefoil-links, 17.5 inches long, the bracelet consisting of seventeen articulated garnet-set trefoil-links 7 inches long, all garnets cut-down set to yellow gold closed-back mount, circa 1800, gross weight 53.0 grams.
A charming and detailed Georgian suite...
Category
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Yellow Gold, Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond brooch, the brooch with a diamond-set ribbon bow surmount, set to the centre with a pearl within a graduatin...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Natural Pearl, Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl, diamond and emerald pendant, to the centre a pearl accompanied by GCS Report stating to be natural of Saltwater...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Archaeological Revival Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian archaeological revival gold necklace, consisting of a row of fancy links, suspending eighty-six cone-shaped drop motifs, all ma...
Category
19th Century British Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Aquamarine and Diamond Laurel Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian aquamarine and diamond-set brooch/pendant, centrally-set with an oval-shaped faceted aquamarine, surrounded by delicate openwork diamond-set frame of laurel garlands, ribbon ties and foliate motifs, suspending a pear-shaped aquamarine drop, the yellow gold-set aquamarines estimated to weigh a total of 6.8 carats, the diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 1.3 carats, all set in silver to a yellow gold mount, with detachable necklace and brooch fitting, circa 1890, measuring approximately 4.9x4.6cm, gross weight 19 grams.
Victorian pendant/brooch in Very Good condition. Unmarked, metal tested as 18ct Gold and Silver.
A beautiful aquamarine brooch...
Category
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Oval Star Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond oval star pendant brooch, the central half-pearl with pair of old-cut and rose-cut diamonds surrounded by a row of half-pearls, framed by alternating ra...
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant, the old brilliant-cut diamond set star to the centre of a round cabochon-cut garnet, within a frame of entwined gold surmounted from a twisted wire pendant loop, the pendant measuring approximately 3.8 x 2.7cm, suspended from a gold snake chain measuring approximately 43cm in length and 0.3cm in width, circa 1870, gross weight 39.6 grams.
Unmarked tested as 18ct gold. A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant in very good condition.
This splendid pendant on a substantial chain comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. The large central garnet catches the light with deep fiery flashes, and the central diamond is lively and twinkly. Created around 1870, this piece epitomizes high Victorian style and taste, with the twisted gold, vibrant red garnet, and brilliant diamonds. To the back of the pendant is a small locket...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Golden Color South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A golden colour South Sea cultured pearl necklace, the thirty-nine pearls measuring 10.5mm to 11.5mm graduating from the centre, stru...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
French Late 19th Century Gem-Set Fly Locket
Located in London, GB
A French late 19th century gem-set fly locket, the thorax an old cushion-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.5 carats, the eyes and wings set with rose-cut dia...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold
18th Century Order of Aviz Portuguese Paste Cross
Located in London, GB
An 18th century Order of Aviz Portuguese paste cross, the star of the order an eight pointed faceted star in white paste and silver gilt reverse suspending...
Category
18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster necklace, the necklace consisting of thirty-two graduating sapphire and diamond clusters, each ...
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Early Victorian Chrysoberyl and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian chrysoberyl necklace, the thirty-eight graduating chrysoberyls ranging approximate from 5.1 x 6.3mm to 8.7 x 10 mm each set wi...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold
Important Archaeological Revival Gem-Set Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Important Archaeological Revival gem-set gold necklace, the gold chain festoons hung with eight carved corals and suspending a central oval l...
Category
1890s French Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Quartz, Labradorite, Coral, Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late Victorian Amethyst Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian amethyst necklace and earrings, the necklace consisting of thirty-nine oval faceted amethyst, all set in cut-down collets,...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Kite-Shaped Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond kite-shaped pendant, centrally with nine pearls forming a line, between two rose-cut diamond-set triangles each centered with a diamond-set acanthus mo...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Holbeinesque Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Holbeinesque pendant, set to the centre with an oval cabochon-cut garnet measuring 18mm x 13mm, surrounded by six old brilliant-cut diamonds, set within yellow gold squar...
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
Early Victorian Peridot and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian peridot and gold parure in the Knight pattern, the necklace consisting of three plaques each set with five cushion shape faceted p...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian ruby and diamond cross pendant brooch, the central cushion-cut ruby weighing 1.02 carats, surrounded by a cluster of old-cut diamonds, the arms set with four oval faceted...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Natural Pearl Necklace with Diamond Set Snakes
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl an diamond necklace, consisting of three graduating from the centre diamond set snakes, each coiled snake set with old-cut diamonds with cabochon ruby-set e...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Diamond and Emerald Festoon Swag Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond and emerald festoon swag necklace, the collar necklace decorated with two old brilliant-cut diamond floral clusters and three rose- ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond pendant, the central circular opal is surrounded by old brilliant-cut diamonds in a platinum millegrain setting suspended ...
Category
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Opal, Onyx and Diamond Mosaic Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco opal and diamond pendant, the oval panel with opal, onyx and hardstone mosaic depicting the silhouette of a windmill at sunset, within a delicately scalloped rose...
Category
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Platinum
The Emperors Necklace
Located in London, GB
The Emperors Necklace, an early Victorian hardstone cameo necklace, the twelve oval chalcedony cameo plaques, each carved with the profile of a Roman ...
Category
1840s British Greek Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Yellow Gold
Victorian Hardstone Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian hardstone cameo brooch pendant with blue enamel and pearl surround, the hardstone cameo depicting a female face in the Roman style s...
Category
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Agate, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Edwardian Diamond Openwork Brooch/Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond openwork brooch/pendant, to the centre an old mine-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.7 carats, within a cluster formed by fourteen ...
Category
1910s English Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Long Chain and Slide
Located in London, GB
A Victorian long chain and slide, the chain of an interlocked double-link style measuring approximately 148 x 0.5cm, with an abstract slide attachment with enamel floral motif and buckle set with seed pearls, measuring approximately 2.9 x 2.2cm, circa 1860, gross weight 75.8 grams.
A Victorian long chain and slide in very good condition. Unmarked tested as 18ct chain...
Category
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Turquoise, Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise, pearl and yellow gold cross pendant, grain-set with round turquoise cabochons within a border of half pearls, all in a yellow gold mount, circa 1860, bearing l...
Category
1860s English High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Amethyst Chakra Charm Pendant
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
10 mm size charm
Amethyst 3.5 cts approx
February birthstone
Chain sold separately
Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow gold, this regal pendant h...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Citrine Chakra Charm Pendant
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
10 mm size charm
Citrine 3.5 cts approx
November Birthstone
Chain sold separately
Exquisitely crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this pendant boasts...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Rhodolite Garnet Chakra Charm Pendant
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
10 mm size charm
Rhodolite Garnet 3.5 cts approx
January Birthstone
Chain sold separately
Exquisitely crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this 10 mm ...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Charm Pendant with Brown Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
10 mm size charm
Brown Diamonds 0.30 ct approx
Chain sold separately
This gorgeous 18 karat yellow gold variation of our pendant is a delicately cra...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart Shape Pink Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Presenting this exquisite heart-shaped pink gemstone necklace, adorned with diamond accents, crafted in 18 karat white gold. This stunning handm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond R Initial Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat White Gold Diamond R Initial Pendant on 16 Inch Chain. The Pendant Contains Round Single Cut Diamonds of I1 Clarity & H Color Totaling Exactly 0.11 ...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
AJD Highly Polished Citrine Chip Infinity Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
32 Inch Infinity necklace of highly polished Citrine chips with sparkly clasp. Wear this gorgeous stand of Citrine long or doubled. The lovely gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Mixed Metal
Syna Oxidized Silver Link Chain
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in oxidized silver
30 inch length
Oxidized silver lobster clasp
Chain can be clasped at any length
About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata
...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Beautiful Finely detailed Red Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Hand set with Rubies, weighing approx. 2.90tcw and Diamonds, ap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Syna 18 Karat Large Yellow Gold Link Chain
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
30 inch length
Weight 12 grams approx.
18 karat yellow gold lobster clasp
Chain can be clasped at any length
Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this im...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Masriera Y Carreras Art Nouveau Pendant
Located in London, GB
An enamel, emerald and diamond pendant, the pendant designed as a winged nymph framed by floral motifs, applied with pearlescent and plique-à-jour enamel, suspending a polished emerald, accented with circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, to a fine link chain, length approximately 435mm, signed Masriera Y Carrera...
Category
Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Garland Platinum Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
An important Edwardian diamond garland necklace, the necklace in the 'style garland', designed at the front as an articulated openwork frame e...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Giuliano Enamel Pearl Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in London, GB
An important gold, enamel and pearl Giuliano fringe necklace, the necklace in Indian-style, the collar of blue and white enamelled beads with gold fringes in two alternating designs,...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Opal Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond pendant, the triangular-shaped black opal set within a single-cut and rose diamond-set border of twisted ribbon and bow design with a pear-shaped black ...
Category
20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Belle Époque Natural Pearl Ruby Diamond Brooch Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque natural pearl, ruby and diamond brooch/pendant, the drop-shaped pearl estimated to weigh approximately 14 carats, accompanied by SSEF report stating to be natural of f...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
April birthstone diamond br...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Regency Diamond Blue Enamel Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A magnificant Regency diamond and blue enamel cluster necklace, the necklace comprising twenty-two diamond and enamel cluster motifs, each set with an old cushion-cut diamond with a ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian Emerald Diamond Gold Swag Necklace
Located in London, GB
An important early Victorian emerald and diamond swag necklace, the four swags each consisting of nine diamonds in cut-down silver collets, the centre th...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Wa Large Brass Choker 24k Gold Plated
Located in Lezica Melilla, UY
This piece was designed, hand-carved and then cast in brass from our workshop Uruguay. The brass used in this manufacturing process is fully recycled. Each piece is then finished by ...
Category
2010s South American Modernist Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Signature Collection Personalized Mini Script Name Necklace with Three Names
Located in New York, NY
The Personalized "Signature Collection":
14kt Rose Gold mini script name necklace with 3 names shown priced in 14kt Rose Gold.
The Personalized "Signature Collection" is also available in Silver, Gold Plate or 14kt Gold with one to as many names as you like.
The Mini Script Personalized name...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Silver Plate
Natural 15.56 Ct. SI/HI Multi Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
The necklace is designed to gracefully drape around the neck, creating a breathtaking display of shimmering diamonds. The adjustable chain length allows for versatility, ensuring a p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Diamond 0.60 carats 18 Karats White Gold Bar Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Adorn yourself with sophistication and timeless elegance with our 18KT gold bar pendant, boasting an intricate Art Deco design that exudes everlasting charm. Crafted with meticulous ...
Category
2010s Belgian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
.35 Carat Diamond Synthetic Emerald Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930’s style Art Deco pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the engraved, pierced and filigree 14k white gold pendant which is set with 9 round European cut diamonds and accented by 2 green synthetic French cut emeralds. 7 tassels dangle below the pendant adding to the elegance of the piece. The 18 inch cable chain gathers about an inch above the pendant. This necklace features a unique synthesis of a synthetic emerald gemstone and a shimmering diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast, indictive of the era.
9 round diamonds approx. total weight .35cts
2 French cut synthetic emeralds...
Category
Early 20th Century Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Necklace 18kt Gold and Agate. Made in Scotland circa 1820-60's.
Measurements: Length 17.12 inches;
Size of largest central stone is 1.92 inch (48mm) long x 1.6 inch (40mm) ...
Category
1850s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Certified Natural Nephrite White Hetian Jade Necklace, Birds and Nature Motif
Located in Hong Kong, HK
For your consideration is a certified natural nephrite jade necklace. This jade is very well carved. The jade carving is of scenic nature of birds and trees. The Hetian nephrite jade carving is close to being white. The photo (#3) that best represent the jade color is the one taken with a human hand as the background. Hetian jade...
Category
2010s Chinese Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Certified 15.51 CTW Sapphire and Halo Diamond Necklace Gift 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Certified Sapphire and Halo Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold with diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
Sapphire stimulates concent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Swallow Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Diamonds 0.10 ct approx
Satin finish background
Limited edition
Chain sold separately
Exquisitely crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, with a twinkling...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Style: Chain
Chain Style: Box
Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp
Measurements
Length: 15 3/4"
Width: 1/16" (0.8mm)
Weight: 2.3 Grams
Stamps: 750
C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammer-Finished Drop Stick Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte and Hammer-Finished Drop Stick Pendant, Enhanced with 0.07 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Extender, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Massive Lion Doorknocker Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Oversized lion doorknocker pendant with a pave swinging ring on wire framework base. Gilt textured metal with large chunky chain.
Excellent condition, Ch...
Category
1970s American Vintage Necklaces
Shop Antique, New and Vintage Necklaces on 1stDibs
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.
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