Antique Necklace Sterling
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver, Enamel
1920s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
19th Century German Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Antique Necklace Sterling
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Unknown Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1890s American Native American Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
1920s North American Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
19th Century Mexican Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Anglo-Indian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1910s Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Necklace Sterling
Moonstone, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, Sterling Silver
1870s British Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklace Sterling
Citrine, Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Other, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver, Steel
1920s American Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
19th Century Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1880s English Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1880s American Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver, Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
1890s Russian Antique Necklace Sterling
Amber, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1890s English Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Necklace Sterling
Lapis Lazuli, Brass, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
19th Century Unknown Artisan Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1750s English Georgian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Cultured Pearl, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Amethyst, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Necklace Sterling
Sterling Silver
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklace Sterling
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Early 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Necklace Sterling
Silver
1920s American Art Deco Antique Necklace Sterling
Marcasite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Brass
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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 is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items 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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