Antique T Bar Necklace
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Vintage 1910s Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
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Silver, Sterling Silver
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9k Gold
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Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
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Rose Gold
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Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
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Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Rose Gold, 9k Gold
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
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Gilt Metal
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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Gilt Metal
Vintage 1910s American Chain Necklaces
14k Gold
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Gilt Metal
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9k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Link Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Victorian Choker Necklaces
Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century English Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pocket Watches
14k Gold
1990s Choker Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s Chain Necklaces
Early 2000s Link Bracelets
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Wrist Watches
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Bracelets
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pocket Watches
14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Link Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French More Necklaces
20th Century French Link Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary British Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver
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Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Rose Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
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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 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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