$592Sale Price|20% Off
Heidi Daus "In the Swim" Multi-Strand Asymmetrical Beaded Necklace, Fish Motif
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Swimming along your décolletage, its a fun and festive way to accessorize this season. Asymmetrical necklace design with 3 strands of graduating, individually knotted, faceted cushi...
Crystal
LB offers Blue Sodalite Turquoise Glass Agate Art Glass OOAK Necklace
By Lorraine’s Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine's Bijoux has on offer a Triple Strand , asymmetrical Necklace. Blue Sodalite Spears, Turquoise points, vintage glass, Chinese porcelain beads, Lapis Lazuli, African clay bea...
$10,940Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 11.82ct Emerald & 2.01ct Diamond Asymmetrical Lariat Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Experience the pinnacle of high-jewelry design with this captivating asymmetrical lariat necklace by Spectrum. A modern journey through refined elegance, this 16-inch piece features ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$28,722Sale Price / item|20% Off
Spectrum 23.34ct Emerald & 11.51ct Diamond Asymmetrical Dual-Row Necklace
Located in Deira, Dubai
Command every room with this exquisite asymmetrical dual-row statement necklace from Spectrum, a masterclass in modern high jewelry.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Joseph Mazer Crystal Necklace
By Joseph Mazer
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These crystals might be arranged in a symmetrical or asymmetrical design, giving the necklace a balanced yet dynamic appearance.
Crystal, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Modern Kianite Blue Pear Shaped Sapphire 5-Row Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
Asymmetrical 5 row Necklace consisting of Kyanite beads with a big eye-catching clasp.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Asymmetrical Artisan Coral Rope Necklace w/ Vintage findings
Located in Gresham, OR
Asymmetrical Artisan Rope Necklace Crafted from genuine coral and Vintage findings ranging from a Victorian era buckle and 40's filigree to 60's chain and metal beads.
Multi-Strand Peridot Necklace with Asymmetrical Cabochon Ruby Clasp
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Five strands of peridot beads, an impressive 985 carats in total, with graduated lengths from 17 to 21 inches are fashioned together to create this unique adornment. The strands of p...
Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, White Gold
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Black Crystals Silver Long Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Unisex Asymmetric Black Crystals Ball Bar Modernist Abstract Long Necklace, Silver Plated Versatile necklace.
Silver
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Black Crystals Silver Long Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Unisex Asymmetric Black Crystals Ball Bar Modernist Abstract Long Necklace, Silver Plated Versatile necklace.
Silver
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Black Crystals Silver Long Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Unisex Asymmetric Black Crystals Ball Bar Modernist Abstract Long Necklace, Silver Plated Versatile necklace.
Silver
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Asymmetric Black Crystals Silver Long Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Unisex Asymmetric Black Crystals Ball Bar Modernist Abstract Long Necklace, Silver Plated Versatile necklace.
Silver
Chanel Vintage Gold Charm Gripoix Asymmetrical Evening Link Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Charlotte, NC
Metal Gripoix Gold tone Lobster claw closure Made in France Chain length 29.5" 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFOUND LUXURY is the premier luxury fashion dealer on the 1stDibs pla...
Gold
Artisan Necklace - 40's Haskell and 20's Jet Findings
Located in Gresham, OR
Contemporary Asymmetrical Artisan-made necklace made using all vintage findings, including marked Miriam Haskell clasp and faux pearls.
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl Gold Long 16 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
The necklace features an asymmetrical design and iconic motifs in various sizes.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heidi Daus "In the Swim" Multi-Strand Asymmetrical Beaded Necklace, Fish Motif
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Swimming along your décolletage, its a fun and festive way to accessorize this season. Asymmetrical necklace design with 3 strands of graduating, individually knotted, faceted cushi...
Crystal
Vintage Black Pearl Asymmetrical Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
This vintage necklace features a single and three strand asymmetrical composure of black pearls with with pearls throughout and sterling silver closure.
Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Coppola e Toppo 1959 Bead Necklace
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in New York, NY
The five strands are graduated in size from one end to the other. Therefore, the necklace is asymmetrical in how the five strands sit with one side, the light green beads, wider than...
Brass
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
Heidi Daus "On a Lark" Bird's Nest Crystal Pin, Brass Tone, Turquoise Cabochons
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
You never have an empty nest, even when you're on your own. Celebrate life, love and family with this beautiful sparkling crystal bird's nest pin from Heidi Daus. Colorful crystals ...
Crystal
$775Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.75 in L 6.75 in
Opulent Mother of Pearl Crystal Lizard Encrusted Artisan Clutch c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mother of pearl crystal lizard encrusted artisan clutch purse c 1970s The exquisite artisan clutch is designed with an organic mother of pearl clam shell Embellished with a ...
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Vintage Art Deco glass beadwork sautoir necklace, floral, Flapper length
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare Vintage Art Deco glass beadwork sautoir necklace. This is a long, Flapper length necklace, constructed from rows and rows of tiny, hand strung glass beads in green, pink, bla...
$496Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.7 in W 0.83 in L 23 in
Sterling Silver Peace Dove Brooch Necklace, Dove Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
A delicate Victorian dove brooch pendant is the focal point of this charming layering necklace. Carefully attached to a rhodium chain of oval, round and square glittering crystals -...
Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$42,000
W 1.38 in L 14.97 in
Extraordinary Estate Yvel Multi-Colored Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
The mesmerizing power of pearls is legendary. Pearls were and continue to be the most valuable of jewels- well documented in Royal portraits - Queen Elizabeth I, King Ferdinand V, In...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
$416Sale Price|20% Off
L 14.18 in
Heidi Daus Cascading Aquamarine Crystal Multi Strand Drop Lavalier Necklace
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
A waterfall of aquamarine crystals! This elegant multi-strand drop necklace features translucent, faceted aquamarine crystals with a floral-themed crystal-encrusted centerpiece. A st...
Crystal
Two Chanel Gripoix Necklaces 1981 Signed Estate of Barbara Taylor Bradford
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
From the collection of writer Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE (Order of the British Empire) we have these two extraordinary and very rare matching Chanel Gripoix Glass and Faux Pearl Nec...
Gilt Metal
$756Sale Price|20% Off
Heidi Daus Dramatic Pendant Bead Necklace, Carnelian, Amethyst, Jade Crystals
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
A showstopping necklace from Heidi Daus. This bold pendant necklace features amethyst, jade, & citrine crystals, and natural carnelian beads for a stylish, exotic, look. Brass tone....
Crystal
$220Sale Price|20% Off
Italian Resin Beaded Bib Statement Necklace Designed by Pono c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Italian resin beaded bib statement necklace designed by Pono circa 1980s The unique large scale bib necklace is comprised of five strands of resin beads in various sizes & colors t...
$540Sale Price|36% Off
Heidi Daus Sublime Pave Serpent Green Crystal Bead Necklace, Oversized Pendant
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Heidi Daus "Sublime Serpent" necklace. Features large dragon pendant decorated with amethyst, rose, and green pave crystals. Hangs off a faceted green bead necklace. Hallmarks: Heid...
Crystal
$711Sale Price|20% Off
38" Blue Prismatic Pagoda Swarovski Crystal Double Strand Necklace, 1950s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 38" length - Crafted with extremely rare "potato chip" Swarovski crystals that were discontinued in the 1950s due to their high price - Two strands of faceted vib...
Heidi Daus Sincere Joy Beaded Hummingbird Drop Necklace
By Heidi Daus
Located in Milford, DE
Soar to new heights of glamour. This enticing hummingbird design is covered from head to feathered tail in rich, sparkling crystal details. It's just what you need to get ahead of th...
Crystal
$4,663
Dm 0.16 in L 39.38 in
Red Ruby 48.40 Carats 18k Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Long Links Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Art Deco Style 48,40 karats Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Links Beaded Sautoir Necklace. This necklace is adjustable in length up to 100 cm and it can be worn i...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage multistrand necklaces add glamour to any outfit and are easy to accessorize with.
One of the oldest known forms of jewelry is the necklace; evidence includes shell beads dating back at least 142,000 years. Multistrand necklaces appeared early in this history, with archaeologists identifying examples from ancient Mesopotamia.
One popular style of multistrand necklace is the torsade necklace, with “torsade” coming from the French word for twist or cable. These necklaces are made by twisting several strands of beads, pearls or other material together and securing them with a clasp. The hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, while Ciner helped popularize the torsade necklace in the 1980s with strands of glass beads often held by animal-head clasps.
The bayadère necklace, also known as the rope necklace, is similar but has only a few strands of pearls or beads that are twisted or braided together. It was particularly popular at the turn of the 20th century, including as a gift for bridesmaids. Sometimes the beads or pearls match; other times, they are multicolored, with accents such as a single tassel or pendant. Another version is the choker-style dog-collar necklace, a multistrand necklace usually between 16 to 18 inches long.
In all of these variations, a multistrand necklace offers a touch of sophistication for your look, from everyday wear to the red carpet. Explore 1stDibs for multistrand necklaces in a range of lengths, styles and materials.
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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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