Cuban curb link anchor chain necklace 22k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
chain necklace hallmarked Anchor link chain for everyday or Indian Asian wedding engagement ceremony
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex 950 Platinum Solid Oval Anchor Cable Link Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Unisex 950 platinum oval anchor link chain. In excellent condition. Pre-owned in excellent condition
Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Gold 32" Anchor Link Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Chained melody. This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 32" anchor link chain will fill your day with
Gold
14 Karat Gold Anchor Link or Gucci Link Chain
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
' link chain. The necklace has been crafted from solid 14 karat yellow gold and is hallmarked for
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Anchor Pendant Necklace, 18” Open Link Chain
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Gold Anchor Pendant Necklace, suspended from a 14K Yellow Gold 18
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold Anchor Mariner Link Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
stays fastened securely around the neck. The versatile necklace has a gross weight of 17.81 grams
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mariner Anchor Link Chain Necklace Solid Gold Minimalist Handmade 14 Karat
By Zelveti
Located in Patchogue, NY
color over time. Delicately handcrafted from solid gold, the Mariner anchor link chain necklace is a
Gold
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18ct Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Extraordinary Chain Attributes: Weight: 38gram Metal Colour: Yellow gold Metal: 18ct Chain
Yellow Gold
18 Ct Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Attractive Chain Attributes: Weight: 18.9gram Metal Colour: Yellow Metal: 18ct Length
Yellow Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Unique Item Attributes Weight: 11 gram Metal Colour: Yellow gold Metal: 18ct Length: 428mm Width: 3mm
Yellow Gold
9ct Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain And Bulldog Clasp
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Extraordinary Chain Attributes: Weight: 38gram Metal Colour: Yellow gold Metal: 9ct Chain
Yellow Gold
9 Carat Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain with Lobster Clasp
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Stunning Item Attributes Weight: 38 gram Metal Colour: Yellow gold Metal: 9ct Length: 800mm
Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Long vintage anchor link chain necklace by Cartier made of 18k yellow gold. Stamped with the
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fashionable Vintage chain necklace from the 1970s era! This classic yet bold piece is crafted in
9k Gold
Vintage 18k Rose Gold Mariner Link Chain Necklace, Italian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage, 90s era 18ct rose gold mariner or anchor link Chain necklace. It is a flat
18k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Gold Mariner Chain Necklace Anchor Link
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
as the anchor link. The links are puffed to make this gold necklace look substantial. The polished
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Anchor Link Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
This stylish estate necklace has a classic anchor link design! This substantial necklace is made of
18k Gold
Tannler of Zurich Gold Anchor Chain Link Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
classic anchor chain links have a robust chunkiness that is pleasing to the touch and agreeable to the eye
18k Gold
Gold Anchor Chain Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Italy. This classic anchor chain necklace is the epitome of everyday chic. Made
18k Gold
Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Anchors Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
Elegant 18k Yellow GoldChaine d'Ancre Anchors Link Necklace by Hermes. Details: Weight: 133.8
18k Gold
Hermès Mother of Pearl & Wood Link Necklace Anchor Chain Pendant
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Never worn, Hermès leather link necklace with an anchor pendant composed of wood on one side, and
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Gold 32" Anchor Link Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Chained melody. This vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 32" anchor link chain will fill your day with song
Gold
Italian Thin Anchor Chain, 14k Yellow Gold, Mini Anchor Link
Located in McLeansville, NC
This beautiful Italian thin anchor chain is perfect for everyday wear. Crafted in 14K yellow gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Anchor Link 24.5" Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique 14K Anchor Link 24.5" Necklace. The necklace is in excellent estate condition and ready to
14k Gold
Carrera y Carrera Carrera y Carerra 18K Yellow Gold Mab Pearl Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
statement. This Carrera y Carrera creation features an anchor link chain necklace that holds a stylized
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Rope Link Chain with Anchor pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold chain with twisted anchor links like a rope, to which a large 18 carat gold
18k Gold
Sold
W 0.13 in L 18.5 in
18 Karat Nautical Link Gucci style Necklace with Anchor Chain, circa 1900, 18.5"
Located in Baltimore, MD
A Victorian 18K chain with classic anchor links, the anchor link chain with its nautical motif is a
18k Gold
Victorian circa 1890 9 Carat Nautical Anchor Link Chain
Located in Baltimore, MD
A classic Victorian 9K anchor link chain with delicate anchor links and an integral dog clip from
10k Gold
Sterling Midcentury Nautical "Gucci" style chain Necklace with Anchor Links
Located in Baltimore, MD
A twentieth century Italian nautical link sterling silver link chain necklace with delicate anchor
Sterling Silver
Hermès sautoir 'Twist anchor chain'
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - 925 sterling silver 'twist anchor chain' sautoir necklace. Condition: Very good condition
Silver
Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Anchor Link Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Estate 14K Yellow Gold Anchor Link Necklace. This beautiful necklace is crafted
Yellow Gold
Black Onyx & Diamond Anchor Chain
Located in New York, NY
Updated version of the Anchor Chain. Carved Black Onyx sections connected by 18kt Yellow Gold
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pave Diamond Drop Shape Pendant Necklace in 18 Carat Rose Gold 0.40 Carat
Located in London, England
pendant in on an anchor link chain necklace in rose gold which is included with this item. Dimensions
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Large Hermes Sterling Silver Anchor Chain
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Rare - over the Top Hermes Anchor chain with invisible clasp. Rarely seen.
Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Gucci-Style Anchor Link Chain, circa 1975
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A long 18 karat gold Gucci-style anchor link chain, by Van Cleef & Arpels, c. 1975. Chain measures
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Gold Sapphire Leo Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphire Leo pendant. Comes with an 18k gold anchor link chain necklace. The Cartier Leo pendant is massive
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold Sapphire Leo Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphire Leo pendant. Comes with an 18k gold anchor link chain necklace. The Cartier Leo pendant is massive
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.2 in L 35.44 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Anchor Interlocked Linked Curb Chain Long Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Anchor Interlocked Linked Curb Chain Modernist Long Necklace
Gold Plate
Italian 1970s 18k Yellow Gold Mariner Anchor Link Chain Necklace 82.3 Grams
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian 1970s 18k Yellow Gold Mariner Anchor Link Chain Necklace Here is your chance to purchase
Yellow Gold
Gucci Anchor Link Chain Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely fabulous signed Gucci anchor link chain from the 1970s era! Crafted in solid 18kt
18k Gold
Contemporary 18 Karat Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
approximately 23" long. Each anchor link measures approximately 5/16” long and 1/4" wide. The necklace has an
18k Gold
Victorian circa 1880 9 Karat Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Classic Victorian 9K anchor link chain that feels substantial and smooth around your neck with its
10k Gold
Braccio Mens 14 Karat White Gold Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The 7 mm anchor link chain offers a sleek, comfortable fit. Also features a secure lobster clasp
14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum Anchor Link Chain
Located in Boston, MA
immaculate new condition, this platinum anchor link chain has never been sold or worn before. Its pristine
Platinum
Italian Long Anchor Mariner Link Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic Italian Gucci Style Anchor Link 32" Necklace This necklace has a nice weight to it
Silver
Puffed Anchor Italian Gold Necklace Chain Mariner Link Chain Solid 14 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very Trendy Link Chain called Mariner Puffed Anchor, Made In Italy - Solid 14k Gold 24.6 grams
Gold, 14k Gold
9 Karat Nautical Link Necklace with Anchor Chain, circa 1900
Located in Baltimore, MD
A classic Victorian 9K anchor link chain with nautical anchor links and a large ring from which to
Vintage Gucci 925 Sterling Silver Anchor Mariner Link Chain Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Houston, TX
Weight: 20.53 grams Designer made polished silver necklace. The metal was tested and determined to be
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian circa 1890 9 Carat Victorian Anchor Link Sailor Chain
Located in Baltimore, MD
A classic Victorian 9K anchor link chain with robust anchor links and an integral dog clip from
10k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Gucci Anchor and Bead Link Chain Necklace
Located in Guilford, CT
14k Yellow Gold Solid Fancy Gucci Anchor and Bead Link Chain Necklace Italy 24" Condition
14k Gold
Vintage 18 karat anchor or mariner link necklace
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
A vintage anchor or mariner link – so named for its resemblance to a ship’s anchor cable – has long
18k Gold
18 Karat Anchor Link Impressed Stars Gold Chain, circa 1870
Located in Baltimore, MD
Elegant 18K anchor link chain with its original hook and barrel clasp, which are lovely in their
Victorian circa 1880 18 Carat Nautical Anchor Link Necklace with Dog Clip
Located in Baltimore, MD
A classic Victorian 18K anchor link chain with delicate anchor links and an integral dog clip from
18k Gold
Sold
W 0.5 in D 0.12 in L 0.6 in
Vintage Heart Diamond Locket Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold with Anchor Link Chain
Located in Austin, TX
) Chain Type: Diamond cut anchor link Chain Length: 16 inches Clasp Type: Spring ring Chain Diameter: 1.0
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Gold 'Gucci Style' Anchor Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A wearable chain necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold comprised of small anchor links
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
HERMES Silver Anchor Link Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
A silver anchor link chain necklace with toggle clasp
Sterling Silver
9ct Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain
Located in Cape Town, ZA
Marvelous Item Attributes Weight: 13.2 gram Metal Colour: Yellow gold Metal: 9ct Length: 604mm Width: 4mm
Yellow Gold
1980s Three Dimensional Anchor Link Style Necklace, Bracelet Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
One 18kt Yellow Gold Anchor Link Style Necklace Composed Of Numerous Interlocking Links Which May
18k Gold
Braided Gold LInk Chain Necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautiful braided anchor link necklace/chain in 18K yellow gold
18k Gold
Tortoise and Gold 36" Long Anchor Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, very fine, 18k gold and tortoise chain with anchor links, each tortoise anchor link is 1 1
1980's Angel Skin and Anchor Link Gold Chain with Matching Earrings
Located in New York, NY
One Ladies 14 Kt Gold Anchor Link Style Chain Embellished With Three Oval Cabochons Angel Skin
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Bulgari Tree Of Life Onyx Pendant With Gold Anchor Link Long Chain
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Inlaid Workmanship Approximate Length Of Pendant 3 inches. Attach To A 30 inch Anchor Design Open Link
Onyx, 18k Gold
Gold Anchor Pendant and Belcher Chain, 9 Karat Gold, Made in England
Located in London, GB
A vintage gold Anchor pendant and belcher chain stamped with the anchor mark for Birmingham
Gold
Omega 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Dress Wrist Watch with Box
By Omega
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Bold, all in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, this sleek Omega Men's Dress Wrist Watch evokes the revered elegance and style of its era. Circa mid 1960's, this retro Omega beauty has an Swiss a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,204
Size: Approx. Small / Medium
John Galliano floral print silk chiffon drop-waist floor-length dress, fw 2008
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano silk chiffon dress ▪ A sample made for Vogue ▪ Ivory and pink floral print with mauve base ▪ Cowl neckline ▪ Rolled shoulder straps ▪ Drop waist ▪ Multiple fabric ...
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Gold Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Link up with this spectacular Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond and 18 karat yellow gold vintage bracelet. With a total of 2.50 carats of round cut diamonds, this one-of-a-kind brace...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...
18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 20.00 Carat Fancy Intense Diamond Earring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Mind blowing perfect matching pair of Gia Certified Natural Fancy Intens...
Yellow Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire & Ruby Gold Rope Twist Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire & Ruby Gold Rope Twist Bracelet Description: A striking Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet composed of intricately woven 18K yellow gold links forming ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Runway Cut-Out Silk Gown Showstopper Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...
18 Kt Rolex Big Bubble Back Ovettone, Ref 6030 Automatic Wrist Watch, Collectors
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt full Gold Rolex Ref. 6031 Big Bubble Back Ovettone, First Datejust Automatic Wrist Watch Movement : Mechanical with Automatic Winding Case & Strap : 18 Kt Yellow Gold Rolex...
18k Gold
$11,500
W 1 in D 0.25 in L 1.38 in
Exquisite Antique Georgian 3.7TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian period 3.7TCW Old Mine cut diamond 18K yellow gold cross 19th Century Composed of eleven G-H-I Old Mine cut diamonds with the center stone measuring approximately .4...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,360Sale Price|20% Off
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Paris Band Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Band ring designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful band ring, was created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels, back in the 1980. The elegant ring...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
Brilliant Cut Diamond Cross Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Unisex Cross pendant in 18k yellow and white gold finest with brilliant cut diamonds 5cm lenght and total weight of 13.50 grams made in portugal 21century hall marked with 800k gold ...
$2,498
H 0.91 in W 0.34 in
Antique Victorian 18k Yellow Gold 1.50ctw Diamond Floral Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (32) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut - Prong & Bezel Set - Brilliant & Fiery - 1.25-1.50ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold All w/ 14K Gold Backs We...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
John Galliano orange bias-cut silk devoré 'paint splatter' dress, fw 2000
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Constructed from orange bias-cut crinkled silk devoré ▪ Velvet and French-knot embroidery paint splatter motifs ▪ Silk chiffon und...
Majestic noble Emerald gold ring with diamonds in 21k Gold (900er)
Located in Berlin, BE
Immerse yourself in the exquisite elegance of this stunning 21.6k (900er) yellow gold ring, a true masterpiece crafted by a skilled old German goldsmith. Adorned with a resplendent o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire Ruby Diamond Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with blue sapphire, red rubies, and diamonds. Made in France circa ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Bead and Jade Bead Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful 30-inch necklace combines the warmth of 14K yellow gold with the rich green of jade in a classic, alternating bead design. Featuring 57 ribbed gold beads, each averagi...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.