Antique And Vintage Necklace
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Link Necklaces
Crystal
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
20th Century Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Marcasite, Sterling Silver
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 19th Century Drop Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s More Necklaces
Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s French Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Choker Necklaces
Silver
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces
20th Century French Link Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 15k Gold
20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces
1990s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1920s European Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
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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 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.
- 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, 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, 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.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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