Beaded Drop Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
Amber
20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire
1990s French Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Crystal, Quartz, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s Unknown Artist Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold
20th Century British Artist Beaded Necklaces
Jasper, Quartz, Pearl, Citrine, Amazonite, Agate, Mixed Metal, Gold-filled
2010s British Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Crystal, Quartz
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Drop Necklaces
Amber
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artist Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Beaded Necklaces
Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Drop Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Topaz, Citrine, Amethyst, Peridot, Brown Diamond...
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Rhodium
Late 20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Onyx, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Rhodium, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1950s French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Diamond, Hematite, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
2010s Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Labradorite, Citrine, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, Chalcedony, A...
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Spinel
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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.
- 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.
- What is a drop necklace called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A drop necklace is sometimes called a lavaliere. This style of necklace features a second chain that hangs down from its center. On some pieces, the hanging chain holds a pendant or features decorative embellishments like beads. Shop a variety of lavaliere necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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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