Antique c1910 English Silver Albert Chain , with Shield Shaped Pendant & T-bar.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Magnificent English Necklace, meticulously crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring an intricate
Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian English Sterling Silver Fob Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous fob necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This stunning chain is crafted in
Sterling Silver
Victorian English 15k Watch Chain Necklace 58"
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous watch chain necklace from the Victorian (ca1890s) era! Crafted in 15k yellow gold, this
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian English 18k Love Knot-Motif Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning and intricate necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Cabochon Garnet Pendant Earrings and Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique Victorian 15K gold demi-parure comprising pendant earrings and pendant brooch with chain is set with over 10.00 carats of cabochon almandine garnets. The elongated penda...
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
English 15K Bi-color Rose and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Made in England around 1880, this necklace is composed of bi-color 15K gold. The 20 inch geometric
Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,600
H 1.12 in W 0.7 in L 15.5 in
Antique Victorian English 15K YG Diamond Seed Pearl Star Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare fabulous English Victorian 15CT YG diamond seed pearl star drop pendant necklace set with 3
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian c1800 15K Gold English Chain Necklace with Locket Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This antique Georgian necklace is a true treasure & a rare find... Crafted in 15K yellow gold, it
Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
English Early Victorian Almandine Swags Garnet 9 KT Gold Necklace Circa 1850s
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1850s English Victorian Almandine Swags Garnet Gold Necklace The most delicious berry red
Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Georgian Pinchbeck Chain English 41" English
Located in Northampton, MA
created. This is a very sturdy necklace. It is sturdy physically, yes, but it has a sturdy beauty that has
Pinchbeck
English Double Albert 42g Gold Watch Chain Necklace E.W&S T-Bar Sydenham Bros.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian English Antique 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain – 42 Grams – Fully Hallmarked
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian English 9k Amethyst Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
rings and fobs. A wonderful English amethyst fob from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This beautiful piece
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English gold scaled long chain
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian gold snake longuard chain comprised of layered scales with a swivel hook, in 15k. The chain is designed as a continuous series of tightly articulated links fashioned to ...
15k Gold
Victorian Micro Mosaic Pendant, English, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
5.6cm in length. Tested 15 carat yellow gold, English, circa 1870.
Other
Victorian English 15k Enamel, Diamond, & Pearl Mourning Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful onyx, diamond, and pearl locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in vibrant 15k yellow gold, the front of this oval-shaped locket features dark black ena...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
English Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Gold Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Granulation... glorious granulation! Look closely to appreciate the incredible amount of labor that was required to create this stunning oversized Victorian treasure. A large cabocho...
Agate, 15k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Antique Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant, English, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
gold, English, circa 1910. Please note shipping to the United States of America requires the purchaser
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian English 9K Rose Gold Watch Chain, 45 Grams
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
chains as necklaces or wrapped around the wrist multiple times for a layered bracelet. The dog-clip is
Rose Gold
Georgian gold chain with turquoise set clasp, English, circa 1780.
Located in London, GB
, approximately 27.5" in length. Tested yellow gold, approximately 23.09 grams in weight, English, circa 1780.
Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Etruscan Revival English Book Chain Collar 15 KT Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
An amazing Victorian period English book chain collar designed in sought after Etruscan design
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Colored Gem Gold Necklace
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Warm color radiates from this graceful necklace, of English origin, The stones, set in 15kt gold
Garnet, Sapphire, Zircon, 15k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century English 15 Carat Gold and Banded Agate Cross Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely English cross pendant crafted of 15 carat gold with Celtic style decoration, this 19th
19th Century, English, 9 Karat Yellow Gold Muff Chain with Slider Pendant
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
configurations for the necklace to be worn, and can be removed entirely if desired to enable a single very long
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
English Victorian “Lover of Animals” Two Color Gold Miniature Picture Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15k yellow and rose gold locket, the front decorated with a pink, grey and white miniature portrait of a lady tending to her pets, and framed by an ornate, delicate display of granul...
Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Graduated Curblink Necklace 9k Gold Tassel Watch Fob
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Victorian curb link chain necklace crafted in 9k rose gold
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian English Bib Necklace Garnets with Pearl Accents, circa 1870
Located in Vero Beach, FL
grams The necklace is marked for English silver. Makers mark pictured. Condition: Commensurate with
Silver
Antique Neo-Renaissance Enamel Pearl Amethyst Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Antique 15 karat gold necklace with amethyst, diamond and natural pearl. The necklace
Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian English Necklace
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in New York, NY
18K gold with Renaissance style enameling throughout, set with central tourmaline, small antique cushion cut diamonds and pearl drops, marked CG twice on back of central plaque. L...
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable
19th Century English Cutsteel Necklace
Located in Bari, IT
Beautiful Victorian jewel from the 1800s, Cutsteel necklace, English manufacture
Cut Steel
Antique Moonstone and Gold Necklace, English
By Golconda
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian cabochon moonstone and flowerhead design necklace, on a woven foxtail chain, 14K gold
Moonstone, Gold
19th C. English Gold Tassel Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
We have a 19th Century gold tassel necklace embellished in all the right places! The little slide
15k Gold
19th Century English Garnet and Gold Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
This garnet necklace is suitable for the royal court! An incredibly well made gold necklace allows
Garnet, 14k Gold
English Victorian Amethyst Gold Necklace Circa 1850
Located in New York, NY
Gold, Amethyst and Pearl Necklace. Circa 1850. 17 1/2 inches plus 2 1/4 inch pendant (removable).
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Pearls Diamonds Peridot Gold Victorian English Flower Necklace
Located in Munich, DE
This diamond, peridot and half-pearl necklace is typical of the period around 1890 in England. It
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold
English 19th Century Gold Enamel Locket
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fierce, exotic, and beautiful on the outside. Sweet and sentimental on the inside. The locket is beautifully made with silken inserts and glass to hold photos of those most dearest...
White Diamond, 14k Gold
English "Quizzer" Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
. Hung from a chain and worn around the neck as a monocle. This quizzer is English, 15 kt yellow gold
15k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique English Georgian Diamond Foliate Choker
Located in London, GB
mounted in silver. English, circa 1720.
Diamond, Silver
1867 Victorian English Ruby Diamond Gold Locket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Victorian 15KT yellow gold English locket accented with a double buckle applique set with
Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold
English Victorian Silver and Enamel Norths and Hunts Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A Stunning Large English Victorian Pendant with raised lettering, "Norths and Hunts" and two enamel
Silver, Enamel
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Locket, English, circa 1880
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Natural Pearl & Old European Cut Diamond Heart Shaped Locket. Set with 32 Old European Cut Diamonds and 32 Natural Pearls. The back crystal opens to hold a ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Georgian Blue glass beads necklace with pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
with rose gold fittings. An eye-catching necklace. English origin. Beads from 8mm to 9mm. Pendant
Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Red Salmon Coral Opera Beads Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
gold color metal bolt clasp. English origin. Length of the necklace including clasp 38". The beads
Coral, Base Metal
Victorian Purple Paste Collar, circa 1900 Necklace
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
clasp. Purchased in London and steeped in English history. This necklace will look fabulous for a
Base Metal
Antique Georgian Purple Paste Silver Necklace, circa 1800
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
fabulous Georgian necklace that is steeped in English history. This necklace looks stunning when worn and
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Amethyst Paste Necklace Silver, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
throughout. Purchased in London and steeped in English history. The necklace looks stunning when worn
Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Paste Heart Lavaliere Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Necklace is genuine Victorian Circa 1900. The beautiful necklace is decorated with sparkling white and
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Tigers Eye Heart Pendant Citrine Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Tiger’s Eye heart pendant necklace is Circa 1900. The beautiful necklace is adorned with stunning
Citrine, Tiger's Eye, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Extremely Rare Picture Agate, Diamond & 18K Edwardian Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18K Yellow Gold, Picture Agate & Rose Cut Diamond Edwardian English Necklace - Extremely Rare
Diamond, Agate, 18k Gold
English Sterling Bookchain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
designing a variety of bracelets and necklaces of lush engraving. (See the silver bangles offered on our web
Sterling Silver
English Victorian Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 15 karat gold necklace. The polished gold necklace is composed of three rows
15k Gold
English Georgian Amethyst Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Georgian 9 karat gold and silver Rivière necklace with 28 cushion-cut, foil backed
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Silver
English Victorian Bloomed Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 15 karat gold necklace. The bloomed, flexible gold link necklace is composed
15k Gold
Antique English Moonstone Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique gold fringe necklace comprised of graduated moonstone pendants suspended from a wheat
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian English Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A 17 inch collar of gold, incredibly articulated to move effortlessly on the neck. Scalloped links topped with golden orbs and punctuated with larger balls of 15k yellow gold. Note t...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique English Etruscan Revival Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Etruscan Revival 15 karat gold necklace. The necklace is composed of 32 bloomed gold
15k Gold
1890s Antique English Pearl Gold Lavalier Necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique 15ct Pearl Lavalier Necklace Pendant, English C.1890. The Lavalier with detachable pendant
Antique English Enamel Gold Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique enamel, diamond and gold heart Necklace, English C.1875. The Necklace suspending a red
English Antique Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold Snake Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15 karat yellow gold English made antique snake necklace, superbly hand crafted with a lovely hand
15k Gold
Antique 19th century Gold Necklace English Circa 1860
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Gold Necklace English Circa 1860. Composed of rectangular and circular-shaped links, partly
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique English Georgian Regency Sardonyx Cameo Gold Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15-carat gold necklace set with 14 sardonyx cameos with genre scenes of Amor, the god of love
Agate, 15k Gold
English Arts and Crafts Turquoise Pearl Gold Necklace c1900
Located in Toronto, ON
English Arts and Crafts Turquoise and pearl Necklace, C.1900. The 15K (tested)Necklace with heart
Antique English Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby and Gold Serpent Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English Antique 18 karat gold necklace with turquoise, diamonds and rubies. The necklace has a
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian English 9ct Yellow Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a deep yellow color, with cable link chain, each stamped with 9c
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arts and Crafts Gold Turquoise and Pearl Necklace, English C.1900.
Located in Toronto, ON
English Arts and Crafts Turquoise and pearl Necklace, C.1900. The 15K Necklace with heart and
Victorian English Natural Pearl and Diamond Removable Pendant Necklace in Box
Located in Narberth, PA
necklace. Stamped inside the lid is an English jeweler's name and location details, where the piece could
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
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W 1 in D 3.5 in L 13 in
A very pretty silver and paste articulated 'cascade' necklace, English, c1900s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A delicate and very eye catching pendant necklace - a high quality paste centre piece set in
Silver
Antique English 9ct Gold 20" Open Oval Chain Necklace w/ Spring Ring & Dog Clip
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 9ct Yellow Gold Weight: 99.57 Grams Chain Type: Oval Open Link Chain Length: 20 inches (measured next to ruler) Chain Width: 12.1mm (0.47")(approx.) Closure: Spring ...
Gold, Yellow Gold
English Victorian Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 15 karat gold pendant locket necklace. The double sided locket is decorated
15k Gold
Victorian English Fancy Gold Watch Chain
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning fancy English watch chain from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This beautiful necklace is
15k Gold
15Kt Gold English Italian Greyhound Fob
Located in Stamford, CT
English origin. 1 inch in length
Agate, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Gold Muff Chain, English, circa 1890
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique 19th century Muff Chain, English C.1890. The 9ct chain with intertwining oval textured and
Gold
Antique English Cameo Diamond Platinum Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Platinum and 15K Cameo Pendant with Diamond and Sapphire mount, English, C.1920. The oval
Antique English 18 Karat Watch Chain, C 1900
Located in Baltimore, MD
This fancy link English chain is solid, sturdy and beautiful, original watch chain. in its original
18k Gold
Seal with an intaglio of Achilles mourning Patroclus. English, 18th century.
Located in London, GB
Fob seal with an intaglio of Achilles mourning the death of Patroclus. English, late 18th century
Georgian 1830 Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
length and the bails of the whole necklace have been lengthened to get a longer necklace overall, English
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
English Victorian Enamel and Diamond Buckle Motif Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A charming bit of antique treasure, made of 15 karat yellow gold and decorated with a buckle motif. The design is comprised of rose cut diamonds and royal blue enamel. Note the gorge...
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian natural pearl and enamel locket, English, circa 1870.
Located in London, GB
with a secure bale, approximately 5.5cm in length. Tested yellow gold, English, circa 1870.
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique English Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Amphora with Ruby Charm
Located in London, GB
English Victorian Charm featuring 9K Yellow Gold Amphora with Ruby at the bottom in very good
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Graduated carved bakelite necklace, and matching bracelet, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
Beautiful carved applejuice bakelite necklace, and matching bracelet,French or English, the
Base Metal
English Antique Opal & Rose Cut Diamond 15ct Yellow gold/Silver C/1880
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A beautiful necklace dating back to 1880. The necklace and fitted box are both handmade, and most
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1890 Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold English Seed Pearl Pendant Lavaliere
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an absolutely breathtaking Victorian pendant in 15k yellow gold with a beautiful array of white seed pearls and stunning open design. The pendant is light, due to its use of ...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.5 in W 1.25 in L 18 in
English Victorian “Lover of Animals” Two Color Gold Miniature Picture Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15k yellow and rose gold locket, the front decorated with a pink, grey and white miniature portrait of a lady tending to her pets, and framed by an ornate, delicate display of granul...
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Silver Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
displaying your favourite pocket watch or wearing as necklace. English make, c1910s Condition: Good used
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Paperclip Necklace 9k Rose Gold Watch Chain Medallion
Located in Torrance, CA
with repeating rows of knotted design, crafted in rosy 9k gold. English in origin, the necklace has an
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Cartier Mimi Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier Mimi sapphire and diamond ring set in 18k yellow gold, circa 1990s. From the discontinued Mimi collection, this ring predominantly features an oval caboc...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold and Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Art Deco white gold necklace set with 32 graduating old cut diamonds (app. 10 carats in total), circa 1920, French. diameter diamonds: 2.6 – 7.4 mm weight necklace: 19.87 grams l...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Georgian Diamond and Pearl Dangle Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Georgian Diamond and Pearl Dangle Earrings. Rare and ravishing Georgian era pair of earrings. Hand fabricated in silver over gold dating back to the early 1800s (19th Centu...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Cartier 'Clash De Cartier' Double Row Diamond Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 51 or U.S. 5 The Cartier Clash De Cartier diamond double-row band ring is a bold yet refined masterpiece, blending architectural precision with timeless elegance. Crafte...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels No Enhancement Burmese 12.01 carat Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Burmese sapphire and diamond ring. Set with natural no enhancement oval old cut Burmese 12.01 carat sapphire, surrounded by 14 fine quality brilliant shape dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" long Albert watch link chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,794
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US8
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Organza Ruffled Dress with Bow, SS 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This silk organza dress features a fitted, sleeveless silhouette with a deep V-neckline and an asymmetrical hemline. It showcases vibrant tie-dye colors in red, pink, and orange with...
Heavy Long 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This 18k yellow gold necklace is crafted to be substantial and weighty, giving it a bold and luxurious feel when worn. The necklace can be worn as a standalone piece or paired with ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Long and Heavy Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This elaborate Victorian era yellow 18K gold chain necklace was made in the 19th century, circa 1850s-1870s. Length is 124 cm (48 in.) Width is 5 mm (3/16 in.) Weight is 75 grams....
Gold, Yellow Gold
Impressive Early Victorian Blue Enamel Snake Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An impressive early Victorian blue enamel, diamond and gold snake bracelet, the realistically carved head with open mouth, the eyebrows and top of head with rose and old mine-cut dia...
Diamond, Enamel
Victorian 14kt Watch Chain Necklace with 18kt Extension
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning watch chain necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold, the watch chain alternates between elongated oval links adorned with twisted accents an...
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Natural Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace and Earring Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An immaculate diamond and yellow gold necklace and earring set by Van Cleef & Arpels. This beautiful set by Van Cleef & Arpels consists of three intricate and matching motifs encrust...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18k Gold French Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique French Victorian watch chain necklace is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a classic long chain design. Measuring 53 inches in length, the chain offers versa...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Very Long Art Deco French Filigree Chain
Located in New York, NY
A very fine Art Deco French gold filigree Chain 18 karat gold French marks Made in France circa 1920 Very impressive 54 inch length
18k Gold
$375,000 / item
Bulgari Coral and Emerald Diamond Bracelet and Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous 18k yellow gold and platinum Bulgari bracelet set with alternating oval-shaped cabochon coral and cabochon emeralds surrounded by round diamonds. Accompanied with CITES d...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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.
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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.
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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.