Butterfly Turquoise Necklace
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Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Crystal, Turquoise
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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, Labradorite, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Jade, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil
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Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver
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Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Artist Link Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
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Diamond, Gold, Silver
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Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Sterling Silver
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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Topaz, Turquoise Matrix, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Drop Necklaces
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Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects
Wood
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
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Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
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Turquoise, White Gold, 18k Gold
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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
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Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
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White Gold
Early 2000s Choker Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
English Drop Necklaces
2010s French Artist Choker Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
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Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold
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Coral
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18k Gold, White Gold
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White Gold
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White Gold
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Diamond
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Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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