Antique Pearl Strand
20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Etruscan Revival Multi-Strand Necklaces
Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Kyanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amazonite
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver
1990s Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Carnelian, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Italian Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Jade, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s European Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Bracelets
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s More Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown More Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
Early 2000s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s Modern Beaded Bracelets
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Chain Bracelets
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Early 20th Century English Victorian Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
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