16 Inch Bead Necklace
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Rhodocrosite, Sterling Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Amazonite, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Onyx, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Mixed Metal
Antique 19th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Kunzite, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Black Diamond, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Silver
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Coral, Silver
1990s Chain Necklaces
Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Quartz, 9k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Beaded Necklaces
Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Ruby, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Quartz, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
18k 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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- Is a 16 inch necklace too short?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether a 16-inch necklace is too short varies. When deciding what necklace length to wear, consider what you're pairing it with. Necklaces that are 16 inches long are chokers, and they work especially well with strapless dresses, tube tops and shirts with collars. With some tops and dresses, a choker may sit too close to the neckline to create a balanced look. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023There is no set number of diamonds on a 16-inch tennis necklace. The number of diamonds that make up a tennis chain often depends on the size of the gemstones. Generally, the larger the diamonds are, the fewer there are on a tennis necklace. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of tennis necklaces.
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