20 Inch Link Chain
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond
2010s American Modern Link Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Platinum
2010s American Modern Link Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Art Nouveau Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1970s Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s European Retro Link Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
2010s Modern Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces
14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Bracelets
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Chain Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
1990s Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Russian Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s English Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Link Bracelets
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces
14k Gold, White 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 ExpertNovember 8, 2023No, a 20-inch chain generally isn't too short for a man. In fact, 20 inches is the average length for a men's necklace. At this length, a necklace will usually fall to the collarbone. Men may also wish to wear shorter or longer necklaces, depending on their preferences. Find a wide variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
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