Natural Tourmaline Beaded Necklace with Angel Pendant 16 inches
Located in Oslo, 03
The tourmaline beads are carefully strung on durable Beadalon wire to ensure both strength and flexibility while maintaining the graceful drape of the necklace. The piece measures ap...
Tourmaline, Gold Plate
Vintage 34.22ctw Ruby & Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace 16 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
Between each ruby, twin round brilliant diamonds introduce refined sparkle and lift, contributing an additional 1.77 carats of crisp white diamonds. The necklace weighs a substantial...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
$711Sale Price|20% Off
22 Karat Gold Vermeil Senelagos Bar Trio Choker by Chee Lee Designs
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
This 15/16 inch necklace is 22 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil with three iconic Chee Lee Designs Senelagos Links.
22k Gold, Vermeil
$250Sale Price|82% Off
Contemporary Abalone Shell Necklace, Sterling Silver Clasp, 16 Inches
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
An array of shapes and colors will lay flat on the neckline to encompass this beautiful necklace. Stunning colors of glue, gray, purple sheen luster as they are magically displayed o...
Sterling Silver
Solid 10K Yellow Gold Unisex Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Embracing a subtle, unisex design, it's the perfect fusion of luxury and simplicity, designed for those who appreciate understated style. This 16-inch necklace features an incredibl...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 16 Inch Paperclip Chain Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14K Yellow Gold Paperclip Chain Necklace Product: Paper Clip Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Necklace closure: Lobster clasp Necklace Details: The chain is 14k Yellow Gold Neck...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. HardWear Freshwater Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace 16 Inch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in University Place, WA
Ag925 Measurements Necklace length 16 inches Pearls 9-10 mm Condition Very good pre-owned condition with light surface wear consistent with normal use.
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Aquamarine Morganite Natural Gemstone Beaded Necklace 16 inches with Pendant
Located in Oslo, 03
The necklace measures 16 inches, designed to sit elegantly at the collarbone.
Aquamarine, Morganite, Gold Plate
$680Sale Price|20% Off
14K Solid Gold Shark Tooth Plate Choker by Chee Lee New York
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
The Shark Tooth Plate Choker is designed with care for the modern jewelry lover who appreciates bold but timeless pieces with a sophisticated edge. This 15/16-inch necklace is 14K S...
Gold, 14k Gold
0.80ct Diamond pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches.
Located in London, GB
0.80ct Diamond pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches. Gorgeous diamond pendant square shape cushion illusion set necklace in 18ct white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
$125Sale Price / item|50% Off
Sterling Silver Oval Locket Necklace • Cubic Zirconia, 16 Inch Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: Metal: Sterling Silver Finish Options: Yellow Gold Plated or Rhodium White Plated Stone: Cubic Zirconia Style: Oval Locket Chain Length: 16 inches with adjustments Ty...
Sterling Silver
Elegant 12.84 Carat Round-Cut Diamond 16-Inch Platinum Necklace
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly crafted in the United States in 2024, this necklace measures 16 inches in length and is not adjustable, making it a refined and timeless addition to any fine jewelry collect...
Diamond, Platinum
Rachel Koen Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum 0.33Cttw 16 inches
Located in New York, NY
The cross measures 10mm from top to bottom and the chain measures 16 inches. Whether you're looking for a symbol of your faith or just a beautiful necklace, you'll love all the detai...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, 16-Inch Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
Measuring 16 inches in length and weighing 1.4 grams, this minimalist chain is perfect for everyday wear, elegant layering, or pairing with a pendant.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy 14K Yellow Gold Italian Link Necklace, 16-Inch, 81.5 Grams
Located in Bradenton, FL
Features 16 inches of interlocking curved links that will sit comfortably at the collarbone as a centerpiece, or layered with longer chains.
Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bead Necklace 33.2 Grams 16 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: 16\" Length, 33.2g, Estate Style Elevate your style with this vintage 18K yellow gold chain necklace.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 16-Inch Sterling Silver Round Chain Choker Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed silver necklace. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Comprising of cable chain links. Secured with a lobster claw closure. Marked to a tag on the chain. Sim...
Sterling Silver
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Two Tone Gold Coffee Bean Chain Necklace 16 inches
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Wear it alone or as a chain for your favorite vintage Cartier pendant. 16 inches 41gr
18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Sapphire Diamond Choker Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold, 16 Inch
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Details :- Item Code :- SECK-9113 (14k) Gross Wt. :- 32.25 gm 14k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 26.48 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.30 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Mult...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine and Morganite Beaded Necklace March Birthstone 16 inch with extender
Located in Oslo, 03
The fine bead size creates a refined, minimalist look that sits beautifully at the collarbone. The necklace measures 16 inches (approx. 41 cm) and includes a 1-inch extender, allowi...
Aquamarine, Morganite, Gold-filled
Bolo-Style 18K Yellow Gold Necklace, Retro Design, 16 Inches, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Measuring 1.9mm wide, this refined chain glides smoothly through its central slider, allowing you to adjust the length and drape to perfectly suit your neckline - one of the signatu...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aria Jewelry Design 16-Inch Carnelian Rondelle Necklace with Diamond Clasp
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
A 16‑inch Carnelian rondelle necklace like this deserves a description that truly captures its warmth and elegance.
Carnelian, Diamond, Vermeil
Aria Jewelry Design 16-Inch Citrine Chip Necklace with Ametrine Focal
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
The heart of this 16‑inch citrine chip necklace is its breathtaking 32×28 mm faceted ametrine focal—an unmistakable showpiece that instantly draws the eye.
Citrine, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
18ct White Gold Chunky Snake Herringbone Chain Necklace 9.5G 16 Inches
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold Chunky Snake Herringbone Chain Necklace 9.5G 16 Inches Solid snake chain necklace in 18k white gold Chunky large herringbone snake necklace Hallmarked Weight 9.5 gra...
White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Italian Omega Necklace, 16-Inch Retro Choker, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14K gold Omega necklace features a sleek and refined design. Measuring 16 inches in length, it has a delicate yet durable 4mm width, making it a versatile accessory for ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peach/Orange Agate Beaded Necklace by Aria Jewelry Design, 16-Inch
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 16‑inch peach and orange agate necklace brings a warm, sun‑kissed glow to any outfit, making it an ideal accessory for a cruise, beach vacation, or any springtime ad...
Agate, Silver
0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches.
Located in London, GB
0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches. Chunky diamond catholic cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cleopatra Style Choker Necklace, Italy, 16 Inches, 14.67g
Located in Lake Worth, FL
4K Gold Cleopatra Style Choker Necklace . Graduated links, about 16 inches long and over 1/4 width.
Gold
Aria Jewelry Design 16-Inch Choker Necklace, Blue Polymer Clay Beads
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This elegant 16-inch choker necklace is a stunning fusion of traditional artistry and modern charm.
Other, Mixed Metal
16 Inch Platinum Figaro Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Platinum Figaro Chain Perfect additional purchase for pendants Length 16 inches All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved. They are in used condition & may show...
Platinum
14K Yellow Gold Leaf Design Choker Necklace, 16 Inch, 29.2g, Modern
Located in Lake Worth, FL
14K Yellow Gold Leaf Design Choker Necklace, 16 Inch, 29.2g, Modern Beautiful and elegant vintage heavy 14k yellow gold choker necklace composed of 51 leaf shaped links about 9mm wid...
14k Gold
Natural 950cttw Aquamarine Necklace, 18 Inch, 16 Oval Aquamarines, Knot, Toggle
Located in San Diego, CA
This 18-inch natural aquamarine necklace features sixteen oval-shaped aquamarines, each measuring 25 x 19 x 16 mm, with a total weight of approximately 950 carats.
Aquamarine, Silver
Cartier Vintage 18K White Gold LOVE Charm Necklace, 16-Inch Chain
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Suspended from a classic 16-inch white gold cable chain, it rests gracefully at the collarbone — the perfect length for both everyday wear and evening refinement.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K White Gold & Cultured Pearl Italian 16 inches (40cm) Chain Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
TO U.S.A BUYERS: DON’T SWEAT ABOUT 15% TRUMP’S TARIFF - WE COVER IT BY GIVING YOU 15% DISCOUNT! 14K Gold Chain Necklace set with 11 Cultured Pearls of fine color & luster of 5.5...
Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold
8.31Cttw Round Cut Diamond Statement Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 16 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Necklace length: 16 inches. Width: 7.3 inches. Diamond quality: color G-H and VS-SI clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.33Cttw Round Cut Diamond Statement Necklace 18K White Gold 16 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Necklace length: 16 inches. Width: 7.3 mm. Total weight: 34.36 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asymmetric Diamond Flower Necklace 0.61 Carats in 18K Yellow Gold 16 Inches
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Necklace is 16 inches long .
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 0.63tcw Diamond Ribbon Heart Pendant Necklace 16 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
A striking and sculptural diamond ribbon heart pendant, crafted in solid 14K white gold and suspended from an elegant Italian 14K white gold chain. The dramatic, dimensional heart fo...
Diamond, White Gold
16 Inch Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Large Open Twisted Link Chain Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold large open handmade twisted link necklace. - 28.3 grams - 16 inches long
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gemtique 18k White Gold Amethyst & Topaz Floral Necklace, 16 inches - 37.3g
Located in Providence, RI
Showcasing the appreciation for the wonders of nature and a woman’s innate desire for beauty, this Gemtique necklace is sure to captivate the attention of many. Exquisite in design, ...
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany and Co. Sterling Silver Heart Tag Charm Link Necklace 16 inches
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Heart Tag necklace in sterling silver, featuring a substantial oval link chain with a blank engravable heart tag charm. 16 inches long, 10mm chain width, weighing 6...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 18k Rose Gold X Open Pendant Necklace, 16-Inch Design
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
With a length of 16 inches, it sits gracefully on the neckline, allowing for versatile styling whether worn alone or layered with other favorites.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,736Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond Halo Heart & Teardrop Lariat Necklace in 14K White Gold, 16 Inches
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The necklace measures 16 inches in length with a 0.43 inch drop width and has a gross weight of 3.73 grams.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$712Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Ruby Bead & 14K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace 16 Inch Gemstone Statement
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Finished with a secure 14K yellow gold lobster clasp, this sophisticated necklace measures 16 inches in length, creating a classic choker silhouette that sits gracefully at the neckl...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$357Sale Price|40% Off
18K White Gold Diamond Bar Necklace 0.03ct GH SI Adjustable 16 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Finished with a spring ring clasp. 18K white gold 0.03ctw natural round diamonds GH color SI2-I1 clarity Adjustable 14.5 or 16 inches Spring ring clasp 0.8 gram New condition A refin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$357Sale Price|40% Off
18K White Gold Diamond Bar Necklace 0.03ct GH SI Adjustable 16 Inch
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Finished with a spring ring clasp. 18K white gold 0.03ctw natural round diamonds GH color SI2-I1 clarity Adjustable 14.5 or 16 inches Spring ring clasp 0.8 gram New condition A refin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,015Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Handmade Opal Gemstone Tennis Necklace in 16 inch 925 Silver Strand
Located in New York, NY
Each gemstone is bezel set and linked in a linear design, allowing fluid movement. Measuring 16 inches in length, the necklace offers a classic fit that sits gracefully along the nec...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
$3,520Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 41.7CT Natural Ruby Tennis Necklace in 16 Inch 925 Silver Strand
Located in New York, NY
Each 4 mm round gemstone is securely set and arranged in a linear design, allowing smooth flexibility and graceful movement. Measuring 16 inches in length, the necklace offers a clas...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Slice Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace 16 inches Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Slice Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace 16 inches Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- NEMJ-761 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Net Weight - 2.13 Grams Diamond Weight ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Tank Cuban Chain Necklace Italy 32.0g 16 Inches
Located in London, GB
The necklace is 16 inches in length and features a chunky tank chain design.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,760Sale Price|20% Off
VR Jewels 16 Inch Emerald & Diamond Station Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Every gemstone station is connected by a fine gold chain in a classic prong setting. The necklace measures 16 inches in length, with each station approximately 0.2 inches wide and 0....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$810Sale Price|55% Off
14K White Gold Clasp Av. 7mm White Sea Pearl Necklace, 16 inches
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Measuring 16 inches in length, it sits beautifully at the collarbone, making it ideal for both formal occasions and everyday sophistication.
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Filled Peridot and Pearl Necklace with Chrysoprase Leaves, 16 Inches
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a 14K gold filled Peridot necklace with Chrysoprase leaves. We created it with transparent faceted peridot and eleven apple green twist cut chrysoprase leaves (up to 20 mm x ...
Chrysophrase, Peridot, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
14K White Gold 0.79 Carat Diamond Station Dangle Necklace 16-18 inches
Located in Great neck, NY
Chain measures adjustable to 16"-18" perfect for everyday wear. -14K Gold -0.79cts White Diamonds -Natural Round White Diamonds -Diamond Color GH -Clarity SI1 -Adjustable 16"-18" Inc...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Apple Open Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver 16 inch
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in University Place, WA
A beautifully minimal vintage Tiffany & Co. pendant necklace from Elsa Peretti's celebrated design vocabulary, featuring her iconic open Apple motif suspended from a delicate sterlin...
Sterling Silver
Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k White Gold Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality 7.5 nm Japanese Akoya Pearl 16 inch Necklace with a 14k Yellow Gold clasp Certified $2,950 110696 This is one of Kind Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry!
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Estate 18K Two Tone Gold Carl Bucherer Mariner Link Necklace - 16 inches
By Bucherer
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Two Tone Gold Carl Bucherer Mariner Link Necklace - 16 inches. This gorgeous vintage estate Carl Bucherer mariner link chain is crafted in 18k yellow and...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethyst Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold, 0.61ct Oval Cut, Adjustable 16-18 Inches
Located in West Hempstead, NY
The rich purple hue of the amethyst pairs beautifully with the warm yellow gold, creating a timeless and refined look. The necklace weighs 2.7 grams and is adjustable at 16 or 18 inc...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.21 Carats Total Princess Cut Diamond Snake Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Gemstones: Diamonds Diamond Count: 52 princess-cut diamonds Diamond Cut: Princess Cut Diamond Total Carat Weight: 5.21 CTW Diamond Color: H-I Diamond Clari...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold 16 Inch Free Form Necklace with Diamond Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold 16 Inch Free Form Necklace with Diamond Pendant. 0.50 total diamond weight 2 grams total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry 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. 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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.