Skip to main content

Antique Emerald Drop Necklace

1
to
15
79
57
41
15
10
5
4
3
2
1
2
48
61
23
11
7
7
2
1
2
2
5
3
2
3
2
2
2
2
101
37
131
7
108
48
46
22
20
85
84
30
14
11
22
8
7
6
6
to
Sort By
Emeralds Maravellous Antique Cut Midnight Blue Sapphire Diamond Drop Pendant
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
A Simple and Timeless Drop Pendant Showcasing a Large 22.57 Carat Midnight Blue Sapphire, Antique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Era Emerald Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Victorian era graduated necklace. Adorned with mesmerizing emeralds and dazzling diamonds, this exquisite
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Platinum Antique Pear Cut Diamond and Emerald Necklace with Diamond
Located in Atlanta, GA
weight. Cut: Antique European Cut Color: G-H Clarity: VS Emerald Details: Natural, .20ct total weight
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Art Deco White Gold Camphor Glass & Chrysoprase Filigree Drop Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and all original antique necklace features a large, oval-shaped, camphor glass
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Fancy Natural Emerald 18k Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Yellow Gold 18 K (Matching Ring and Earrings Available) Ring Yellow Gold Ruby Available
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 9k gold drop pendant necklace, Blue paste
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful Antique Art Deco 9kt Rose and yellow gold, blue paste drop pendant necklace is so
Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Askew London Snake Drop Necklace
By Askew London
Located in New York, NY
Eygptian Revival Askew London Snake Drop Necklace with enamel cloisonne beads in pale pinks and
Category

Vintage 1980s British Egyptian Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Askew London Snake Drop Necklace
Askew London Snake Drop Necklace
Free Shipping
W 16 in D 2 in
Antique Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Platinum and Gold Necklace, circa 1905
Located in London, GB
Magnificent antique necklace set with a round shaped emerald weighing approximately 3.00+ carats
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Drop Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Queen pronounced the snake
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

An Extraordinary Antique Colombian Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary antique pendant of prestigious provenance (refer to certificate in pictures
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

1920s Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive emerald and
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
1920s Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Free Shipping
W 0.9 in D 2.04 in L 16 in
4.18 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 18k yellow gold and platinum necklace; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections This
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

120 Years Old GIA Certified Natural Basra Pearls & Emerald Necklace 14KY Gold
Located in New York, NY
120 Years Old GIA Certified Natural Basra Pearls & Emerald Necklace 14KY Gold GIA Report 2225309773
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond Emerald Platinum Fleur De Lis Brooch and Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
This Antique Deco Diamond and Emerald Brooch/Pendant was inspired in an Art Deco design featuring a
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Eastern Inspired Ruby & Emerald Beryl Leaf Motif Necklace Earrings Set
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
You can add your ensemble with this sophisticated Eastern-inspired ruby and emerald beryl leaf
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Important Antique Early-19th Century Swiss Enamel, Gold, and Multi-Gem Necklace
Located in New York, NY
including drop: 2.25" long Similar necklace pictured in "Understanding Jewellery" by David Bennett & Daniela
Category

Antique 1830s Georgian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Garnet, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Marcasite and Green Stone Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely art deco necklace is made from a costume silver metal and has stone jade like life
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Base Metal

1890s Russian Multi Gemstone 15 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very chic 1890s Russian necklace, beautifully composed with various fine gemstones. The center
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Pe...

Antique Pearl and Brushed Gold Necklace and Earring Suite, Bridal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Necklace and earring set that is a part of our Bridal collection. The Antique
Category

1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings, White / Blue Opal & Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rich Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings Necklace: Natural Ruby, Colors - Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

French Late 18th Century Gold, Foiled Citrine, and Enamel Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period gold and foiled citrine festoon necklace comprised of seven winged
Category

Antique 1790s French Georgian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Georgian Style Emerald Crystal Demi-Parure 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine Vintage Emerald Crystal Demi Parure. Inspired by Georgian jewellery designs this
Category

Vintage 1960s Drop Necklaces

Vintage Georgian Style Emerald Crystal Demi-Parure 1960s
Vintage Georgian Style Emerald Crystal Demi-Parure 1960s
Free Shipping
H 2.49 in W 2.56 in L 16.54 in
2.36ct Aquamarine, 3.72ct Citrine, 2.10ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, 0.80 carat peridot and seed pearl, 12 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry
Category

Antique 1890s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Floating White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Necklace suspending 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine & Diamond Pendant "Bridgerton Period" Regency Era Circa 1811
Located in Southbury, CT
This ravishing antique aquamarine necklace dates to the Regency period (1811-1820). This crowning
Category

Antique 1810s Unknown Regency Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

7.40 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Drop Pendant 14K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
This amazing 7.40ct antique-style cluster drop pendant, is made of 14K yellow gold. The center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Mughal Magnificenct Traditional Kundan Polki Rose Cut Diamond 18 K Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
Maharajas & Mughal Magnificenct Necklace and Heavy Antique Gold Matching Earrings Jadau
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mughal Magnificenct Traditional Rose Cut Diamond & Navratan 18 Kt YG Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
Maharajas & Mughal Magnificenct Necklace and Heavy Antique Gold Matching stud Earrings Jadau Traditional
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Massive Chanel Renaissance Cross Brooch/Pendant
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Massive Chanel Renaissance Cross Brooch/Pendant by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Emerald and Ruby pate
Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Antique 1.32 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique necklace is fine quality set with impressive emeralds and old cut diamonds
Category

Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Emerald 18K Gold Necklace Bow Heart Pendant - Victorian c.1880
Located in London, GB
antique Victorian 18ct gold bow & heart-shaped pendant necklace made c.1880. This pendant features the
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

23.55 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in METAIRIE, LA
In a Middle Eastern style statement, this necklace is composed of Circa 1940 & Circa 1960
Category

Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver

17.6 Carat Emerald 6.3 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace Antique Estate Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular Antique Estate Emerald and Diamond Pendant Statement Necklace of great beauty
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Georgian Silver Over Gold Natural Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georgian Silver over Gold Diamond and Emerald Collar / Choker Necklace This stunning necklace is
Category

Antique 18th Century Georgian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
transition to Victorian era, rare swag and drop necklace, beautiful! Expressing delicacy and refinement of
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Free Shipping
H 1.34 in W 0.48 in L 20.87 in
Victorian Emerald and Opal, Yellow Gold, Three Locket Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian three locket necklace has been crafted in
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Striking Antique Necklace A particularly pretty antique necklace from the 19th century that is very
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Free Shipping
H 1.42 in W 1.38 in L 15.75 in
GIA Certified 4.50 Carat Oval Emerald Victorian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade Victorian antique emerald pendant necklace circa 1860s. 4.50ct oval emerald center stone
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Carved Tanzanite Emerald Ruby Enamel Snake Necklace in 9k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
beautifully carved pear shaped tanzanite surrounded by French cut emerald. The snake motif is antique jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Colombia Emerald, Pearl, & Old Mine Diamond Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Miami, FL
pendant bears a 3.65 carat (approx.) emerald center stone, adorned with 34 old mine and single cut
Category

Antique 19th Century Colombian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Silver

Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.33 carat emerald and 1.30 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Free Shipping
H 0.21 in W 0.75 in L 0.98 in
Antique Edwardian Platinum, Pearl, Diamond and Emerald Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
-cut diamonds, Further decorated with ten small emeralds, supporting a pear-shaped drop. On a chain of
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Russian Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Enamel Gold Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
, emerald, enamel back and a drop pearl. Pendant measures 53mm x 28mm. Marked with Russian marks on the bale
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Enamel, Gold

Antique Enameled Gold Hand with Heart Shaped Natural Emerald Dangle - Pendant
Located in Danvers, MA
damaged. Now it may be enjoyed worn on a chain, with the heart shaped natural emerald drop I have added
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, Enamel

Antique 4.10ct Garnet 1.36ct Emerald and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 4.10 carat garnet, 1.36 carat emerald and 0.48 carat
Category

Antique 1830s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst and Gold Riviére Necklace and Earrings Suite, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique amethyst and gold riviére necklace and earrings suite, with large, oval faceted
Category

Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

1900s 3.53ct Cabochon Cut Emerald and 5.89ct Diamond Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique diamond and emerald brooch / necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card
Category

Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Edwardian 4.47 carat amethyst and Seed Pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Aquamarine Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and platinum pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This fine and impressive
Category

20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 15.66 Carat Peridot and 1.65 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 15.66 carat peridot and 1.66 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Multicolored Poured Glass Sautoir
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel pastille drop long necklace of deep ruby, emerald and amythest oval hand
Category

1990s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel

Traditional Kundan Polki Rose Cut Diamond 18 Kt Gold Chand Bali Enamel + Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Earrings in 18 Karat yellow gold. Green enamel and emerald drop beads. Amazing earring Look at the back of
Category

2010s Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Mid-Victorian Emerald, Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
. Further pearls decorate the frame of emeralds and diamonds, and a pearl drop from the centre completes the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Emerald Diamond Gold Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold, 5.70 CT Emerald Cabochon Drop, 1.68 CT Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 1.20 CT
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold, 1.14 CT Center Oval Cabochon Emerald, 2.22 CT Round Brilliant and Rose Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Free Shipping
W 1.25 in L 2.25 in
Emerald, Diamond, and Pearl Enamel Necklace in 18 Karat Blackened Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco Style Necklace combines the vibrant color of Emeralds and Diamonds. The 18 Karat
Category

Late 20th Century American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

White Gold Antique Style Diamond 6.00 Carat Cluster Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
White Gold Antique Style Diamond 6.00 Carat Cluster Necklace A beautiful antique style dressy
Category

2010s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ashok Sancheti Emerald Pearl Diamond Arabesque Pendant
By Ashok Sancheti
Located in New York City, NY
design, and the pearl drop at the bottom creates length and flow to this lacy and romantic necklace. The
Category

American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY Enamel Gold Fish Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York City, NY
, by Tiffany, it has an antique gold appearance. Green enamel highlights its head and tail with an
Category

Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Early Edwardian Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Napoli, IT
transition to Victorian era, rare swag and drop necklace, beautiful! Expressing delicacy and refinement of
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

  • 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Emerald Drop Necklace", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Emerald Drop Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique emerald drop necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 143 vintage editions and 24 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique emerald drop necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 carat and 1.5 carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing antique emerald drop necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Michael Barin, Alex Jona and Emeralds Maravellous each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any antique emerald drop necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 83 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique emerald drop necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Emerald Drop Necklace?

Prices for an antique emerald drop necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $241 and can go as high as $120,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,766.

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.