Barrel Link Chain
Late 20th Century Modern Link Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Link Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
20th Century Link Bracelets
14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s English Victorian Link Necklaces
Pinchbeck
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces
Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Link Bracelets
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Bracelets
Zircon, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1990s Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Late Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cufflinks
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Copper, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
15k Gold
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s English Cufflinks
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century English Early Victorian Sterling Silver
Metal, Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Unknown Cufflinks
Jade, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Copper, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Cufflinks
Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique 1870s English Victorian Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sterling Silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 18th Century Landscape Prints
Etching
Mid-17th Century Old Masters Landscape Prints
Engraving
Antique 17th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Porcelain
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets
18k Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets
Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artist Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Chain Bracelets
Turquoise, 18k 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 cable link chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A cable link chain or link chain is made with uniform round or oval links. These links are interconnected to offer a classic, understated look. A cable link chain is a popular pick for wearers looking to pair a necklace with a charm . Shop a collection of vintage and modern cable link chains and necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What is a curb link chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A curb link chain has links that have been flattened and twisted. They interlock tightly together to form a chain. Curb link chains are popular in very fine formations as well as much chunkier variations. They are ideal for creating statement necklaces. Do check out the wide variety of curb link chains in different jewelry styles and metals on 1stDibs.
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