Carved Bone Necklace
20th Century Bangles
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Link Necklaces
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American More Necklaces
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Brass
2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Mixed Metal, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Peridot, Malachite, Hematite, Emerald, Diamond, Agate, Sterling Silver, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Hematite, Peridot, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold...
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Afghan Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Base Metal, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver, Base Metal
Early 2000s North American Aesthetic Movement Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Necklaces
Agate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Jade, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Choker Necklaces
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Necklaces
Brass, Bronze
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Necklaces
Brass, Bronze
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, Sterling Silver
1990s New Zealand Artist Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Morganite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Morganite, Opal, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 19th Century African Collectible Jewelry
Bone
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Tiger's Eye, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Hematite, Malachite, Ruby, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14...
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Chain Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amber, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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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 is bone carving called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bone carving is called scrimshaw, which means any engravings or carvings done in ivory or bone. Traditionally a hobby for whalers, designs featured could be very simple, and as techniques advanced, so did the artwork. Engravings depicted detailed scenes with engraving work done with pigments for color. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic bone carvings from some of the world’s top sellers.
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