Amber Necklace Antique
1890s Russian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Asian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Baltic Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Late 19th Century Russian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
19th Century Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
19th Century Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Latvian Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
18th Century Yemeni Amber Necklace Antique
Silver, Other
Early 1900s Italian Retro Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Lithuanian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
19th Century Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, 14k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Baltic Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Baltic Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
1920s Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Amethyst, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Late 19th Century Asian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
1890s Russian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Coral, Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Coral, Gold Plate
1920s Unknown Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Base Metal
19th Century Japanese Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold Plate, Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Silver
1890s French Art Nouveau Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Italian Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
Topaz, Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s French Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
Pearl, Moonstone, Topaz, Citrine, Amber, Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Amber Necklace Antique
Agate, Silver
Early 20th Century French Byzantine Amber Necklace Antique
Quartz, Gold, Silver, Copper
1920s Egyptian Revival Amber Necklace Antique
Citrine, 14k Gold
Early 1800s Indian Victorian Amber Necklace Antique
Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Amber Necklace Antique
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Turkish Folk Art Amber Necklace Antique
Glass
Early 20th Century Indian Tribal Amber Necklace Antique
Glass
Early 20th Century Brazilian Artist Amber Necklace Antique
Citrine
Early 20th Century Danish Edwardian Amber Necklace Antique
1890s European Arts and Crafts Amber Necklace Antique
Pearl, Silver, 14k Gold
1920s Swedish Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Carnelian, Gold, 22k Gold
Late 19th Century Russian Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 1900s German Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 1900s Latvian Modern Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 1900s Lithuanian Arts and Crafts Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Other
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold Plate
1920s Latvian Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Brass
1910s Unknown Arts and Crafts Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Amber Necklace Antique
Amber
1920s German Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1910s Danish Art Nouveau Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Silver
1920s Chinese Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Sterling Silver
1920s Chinese Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Sterling Silver
1910s Danish Art Nouveau Amber Necklace Antique
Amber, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
1920s French Art Deco Amber Necklace Antique
17th Century Australian Artisan Amber Necklace Antique
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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.
- What do amber bead necklaces do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Amber bead necklaces are believed to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Amber is a fossilized tree resin that contains succinic acid. Many believe that when amber is heated against the body, it releases the acid onto the skin where it is absorbed, providing a boost to the body’s immune system. Find an assortment of amber bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.
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