Antique Owl Necklaces
1870s British Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
14k Gold, 9k Gold
1870s British Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
9k Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Owl Necklaces
Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s French Late Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
19th Century British Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1880s Antique Owl Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Owl Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Owl Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century French Antique Owl Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-19th Century Kenyan Antique Owl Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
19th Century American Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Silver
15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Owl Necklaces
Silver
1790s Baroque Antique Owl Necklaces
Brass
1870s French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Owl Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
18th Century European Georgian Antique Owl Necklaces
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1860s French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Unknown Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
16th Century Greek Greek Revival Antique Owl Necklaces
14k Gold
1880s French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
15k Gold
1880s Antique Owl Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Shakudo
1880s Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gol...
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Owl Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Owl Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
1890s French Antique Owl Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British Antique Owl Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
1850s French Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1790s Baroque Antique Owl Necklaces
Brass
19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Owl Necklaces
Bog Wood
19th Century Irish Antique Owl Necklaces
Bog Wood
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022What an owl necklace symbolizes is largely a matter of personal interpretation. The ancient Greeks used the owl as a symbol of Athena, the goddess of wisdom. As a result, owl necklaces often represent intelligence and learning. This association makes them popular graduation gifts. You'll find a collection of owl necklaces 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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