Antique Estate Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Artisan Antique Estate Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Antique Estate Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Gold Plate
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, Citrine, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Agate, Quartz, 14k Gold
1920s Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Antique Estate Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century Chinese Early Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Jade
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold
1890s Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century Asian Antique Estate Necklaces
Crystal, Garnet, Rock Crystal, Silver
Late 19th Century Artisan Antique Estate Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Gold Plate
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Estate Necklaces
Citrine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Antique Estate Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1880s Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century Contemporary Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1910s Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1880s American Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1890s French Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold
Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver
1920s Antique Estate Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1890s Antique Estate Necklaces
Agate, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 1900s Italian Modern Antique Estate Necklaces
Early 20th Century Retro Antique Estate Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Unknown Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century Portuguese Belle Époque Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Silver
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Estate Necklaces
Moonstone, Silver
Early 1900s Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Estate Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Estate Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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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 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.
- 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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