24k Vintage Necklace
1980s European Victorian 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Brass
1980s Artisan 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Modern 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Unknown Modern 24k Vintage Necklace
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
22k Gold, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
22k Gold, Brass
1990s 24k Vintage Necklace
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco 24k Vintage Necklace
14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
1990s 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, Emerald, 24k Gold
1980s 24k Vintage Necklace
Late 20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
Late 20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
1990s 24k Vintage Necklace
Agate, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century British 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
Jade, Turquoise, 14k Gold
1990s French 24k Vintage Necklace
1980s 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold Plate
1970s Modernist 24k Vintage Necklace
Jade, Yellow Gold
20th Century Thai 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold
1980s French 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Unknown 24k Vintage Necklace
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Thai 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Brass
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass
1980s Italian 24k Vintage Necklace
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold
Late 20th Century Belle Époque 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 24k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled
1990s French Modernist 24k Vintage Necklace
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s French Artisan 24k Vintage Necklace
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate
1990s Hong Kong Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Crystal, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Art Deco 24k Vintage Necklace
24k Gold
1990s French 24k Vintage Necklace
20th Century European 24k Vintage Necklace
1990s Italian 24k Vintage Necklace
1980s French Art Deco 24k Vintage Necklace
Late 20th Century Art Deco 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American 24k Vintage Necklace
Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate
1970s American 24k Vintage Necklace
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s 24k Vintage Necklace
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s French 24k Vintage Necklace
20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Hong Kong 24k Vintage Necklace
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
1980s French 24k Vintage Necklace
1930s American Baroque Revival 24k Vintage Necklace
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary 24k Vintage Necklace
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold P...
1960s Indian 24k Vintage Necklace
Amethyst, White Diamond, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, Jade, White Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown 24k Vintage Necklace
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Other Art Style 24k Vintage Necklace
Mixed Media
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency 24k Vintage Necklace
Brass, Bronze
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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 1, 2023Whether 24 inches is too long for a necklace depends on the person wearing it and their individual style. Taller people and those with wider necks may find 24-inch necklaces to be flattering. A 24-inch necklace can also be paired with a low-cut top or layered with shorter necklaces. Explore a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- Can you buy 24k gold jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, you can buy 24k gold jewelry. However, 24-karat gold is a much less commonly used material than 14-karat and 18-karat gold. As 100% pure gold, 24-karat gold tends to be softer and more susceptible to scratching and breakage, making alloys a more popular pick for jewelry makers to use when crafting pieces. Find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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