Renaissance Enamel Emerald & Gold Cross Pendant Late 16th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 16th century Measurements: 8,5 cm x 5,7 cm Weight: 79,28 gr This refined Renaissance pendant dates to the late 16th century and is distinguished by its cross shape, whi...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
William Spratling Sterling Silver Shell Crossed Hands Necklace 1951
By William Spratling
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is a rare circa 1951 necklace by William Spratling of Taxco, Mexico. Necklace with one shell & one silver hand; a ying yang applied motif at the center; attached to...
Sterling Silver
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Located in Athens, GR
Noir cross in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with granulation and filigrees. The 12 diamonds (0.47carats) are cut in brilliant formation and the exceptional summary white color ident...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Fluer De Lys Cross Coin Pendant, 16th C French, w/ 18K
Located in Atlanta, GA
A truly special 1/4 Ecu [coin], minted in 1594 at Nantes, France. This silver "very fine" [VF 30-35] coin is from the reign of Charles the X. It is a cross with fleur de lys, trimmed...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Cartier France 18K Gold Diamond Rose Flowering Brooch and Earrings Set
By Cartier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An 18 karat gold and diamond rose flowering brooch and matching earrings created by Cartier of France. The set has a Florentine finish to the petals with 15 full cut diamonds in the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Ancient Roman Cameo High Karat Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. This massive solid gold ring with broad shoulders is of a very fine workmanship. The ring is crafted in high karat gold (about 24K). It is cente...
Gold
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
Antique French Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Convertible Snake Bracelet Necklace 1860
Located in Chicago, IL
France, circa 1860. Length is approximately 17 in. (43 cm) Weight – 121 grams. This exceptional quality Victorian era articulated snake bracelet / necklace is formed of sections, eac...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold
GIA Yellow and White Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An impressive pair of diamond earrings! Each of the four diamonds are certified by GIA! 6.80 carats of Fancy Light Yellow diamonds, VS2. 2.01 carats of white, F color diamonds, SI...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 24.00ct Amethyst Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 24.00 carat, heart shaped amethyst sits central to this Victorian pendant. Set into silver, as was common in the Victorian period, the amethyst is surrounded by a halo of ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver
Wendy Brandes 18K Yellow Gold Snake Tiara with South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Rubies
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
Two twisting 18K yellow gold and diamond snakes kiss in the center of this darkly romantic serpentine tiara, forming a heart that embraces a large, baroque South Sea pearl. In creati...
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Snake Ring c. 1st – 2nd Century AD
Located in Chicago, IL
Roman Empire, circa 1st – 2nd century AD A charming ancient ring in high karat gold, formed as two coiled snakes with their heads set back-to-back and turned in opposite directions....
Gold
Four 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bangle Bracelets
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this set of four 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelets dates from circa 1970. Each hinged bombé form is set with three fields of pavé-set round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Silver Scallop Crescent Tiara Headdress
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The head tiara ornament is made out of silver and decorated with a scallop, a crescent and a half moon. On top of a big stylised heart sits a scallop. Left and right of the heart are...
Silver
Antique Gold Garnets and Oriental Pearls Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 14-karat gold locket pendant is a truly stunning and rare piece, perfect for collectors of fine antique jewelry. The front of the pendant features an intricate diamond-s...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Remarkable 18th Century 'Queen Anne' Choker
Located in Baltimore, MD
Almandine garnets set in gilt metal are fashioned into a striking choker with drop, which can be removed. The choker is tied on with a ribbon. Much of the jewelry of this period was...
Garnet
$187Sale Price / set|50% Off
W 0.69 in D 0.16 in L 0.44 in
Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Ruby & Diamond Hummingbird Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite 925 sterling silver earrings feature a captivating bird design with natural ruby gemstones and diamonds, blending artistry and luxury in every detail. The vibrant pea...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque Convertible Diamond Necklace of 18k Gold and Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An exquisite French Belle Époque necklace dating from 1905–1910, this piece features delicate clover motifs and scrolling flourishes set with diamonds in silver-topped 18 karat gold....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Edwardian natural pearl and diamond pendant/brooch. An impressive convertible pendant/brooch, set to either side with two natural saltwater pearls and suspending four additional natu...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Circa 1920 Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace Tiara
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty two cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphires in open back claw settings, ranging from sma...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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.
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