19k Necklace Charm
Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2010s Link Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Modern Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century English Chain Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 10k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Earrings
Opal, Base Metal
Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings
Opal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Iolite, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Link Bracelets
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Garnet, Spinel, Rhodolite, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow 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.
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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