Antique Scottish Necklace
Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 10k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Scottish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Australian Late Victorian Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Base Metal, Enamel
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1920s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s British Historical Memorabilia
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Brooches
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century European Medieval Signet Rings
Jasper, 18k Gold
Antique 1850s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Quartz, Tourmaline, 22k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Brooches
Silver
2010s Italian Mini Dress
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, 22k Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, Iolite, 22k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets
2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
22k Gold
20th Century Thai Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Late 20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
Vintage 1910s Brooches
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Link Bracelets
Agate
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
Bronze, Steel
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Artist More Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Scottish More Necklaces
Antique 1890s Necklace Enhancers
Agate, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Drop Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 18th Century Scottish George II Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Scottish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, Silver Plate
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold Plate
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, 9k Gold
2010s American Rococo Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Classical Greek Pendant Nec...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Great Britain (UK) Country Delft and Faience
Delft, Faience
Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Link Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Scottish Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate
Antique 1860s Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French More Necklaces
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Scottish Retro Brooches
Citrine, 15k Gold
Early 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings
Oil, Canvas
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s French More Necklaces
Bronze
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Jasper, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Link Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Agate, Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique 1870s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, 15k Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s Scottish Necklace Enhancers
15k Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, 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.
- 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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