Biwa Pearl Pendant
2010s American Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver
20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
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2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s American Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
1990s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s European Beaded Bracelets
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Clip-on Earrings
Vintage 1960s French Brooches
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
1990s Choker Necklaces
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Pearl
Early 2000s South American Romantic Brooches
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Fashion Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Onyx, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
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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 Biwa baroque pearl?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baroque pearls are pearls with an irregular, non-spherical shape. They are sometimes called Biwa baroque pearls because of their discovery in Lake Biwa, Japan. Baroque pearls are coveted for their uniqueness as no two baroque pearls are alike. Baroque pearls are long and round with dips along the surface. Shop a wide range of baroque pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
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