Asymmetrical Beaded Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Base Metal
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Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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South Sea Pearl
2010s Namibian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass
1990s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Brass
Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Early 2000s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
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Crystal
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Zircon, Topaz, Rock Crystal, Garnet, Amethyst, Gilt Metal, Rhodium, Enam...
Mid-20th Century French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...
1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns
1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns
2010s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Baroque Revival Brooches
Gold, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
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Freshwater Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
Vintage 1970s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Pearl
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Artist More Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Crystal, Pearl
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cuff Bracelets
Onyx, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Brooches
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches
Onyx, Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
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Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Chalcedony, Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Agate, Jasper, Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Agate, Citrine, Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mexican Beaded Necklaces
Rock Crystal
2010s French Beaded Necklaces
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Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Crystal, Silver, Yellow Gold
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Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yello...
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Crystal, Jade, Rock Crystal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces
2010s Swiss Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Ruby, 22k Gold
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Crystal, Moonstone, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
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Opal, Gold Plate
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Tourmaline, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold Plate
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Sapphire, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
Antique 1790s Chinese Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil, Silver
Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Late Victorian Choker Necklaces
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Greek More Jewelry
18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1950s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Brass
1990s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Malachite, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver
Vintage 1980s Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Vermeil
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Amber, Coral, Gold Plate, Silver
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Quartz, Gold Plate
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Labradorite, Gold Plate
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Sterling Silver
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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Finnish Pendant Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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Jade, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
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Copper
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow 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.
- What is a Samoan bead necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A Samoan bead necklace is a type of jewelry produced by the Indigenous people of Samoa, an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean. Also called ula, the necklace features natural materials like leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits, shells and whale's teeth. Visitors arriving in Samoa are often presented with ula necklaces as a sign of welcome. Explore a variety of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What do amber bead necklaces do?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Amber bead necklaces are believed to reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. Amber is a fossilized tree resin that contains succinic acid. Many believe that when amber is heated against the body, it releases the acid onto the skin where it is absorbed, providing a boost to the body’s immune system. Find an assortment of amber bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
- Why do guys wear bead necklaces?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Why guys wear bead necklaces varies. Bead necklaces may represent a person's cultural heritage, as many artisans from Africa and North American Indigenous tribes produce intricate handmade bead necklaces. In addition, bead necklaces have become associated with certain fashion styles, including surfer and boho. Men may also wear bead necklaces because they like their appearance. Find a large selection of bead necklaces on 1stDibs.
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