Contemporary Hand Carved Turquoise Stone Bead Necklace by Alice Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bead Necklace Turquoise Stone Hand Carved Hook Clasp 26"L (Unclasped) Designed by Alice Kuo Made in
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
Contemporary Hand Carved Turquoise Stone Bead Necklace by Alice Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bead Necklace Turquoise Stone Hand Carved Hook Clasp 26"L (Unclasped) Designed by Alice Kuo Made in
Turquoise, Silver
Art Deco Carved Chinese Rose Quartz Turquoise Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Art Deco Chinese export hand carved rose quartz and turquoise pendant beaded necklace . Beads
Quartz, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Chunky Southwestern Turquoise and Carved Coral Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
Lone Mountain mine, carved pink coral and pink mother of pearl beads. It is a Peyote Bird Designs
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antiques Carved Jade Bi Necklace Turquoise Amber Grey Pearls Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Carved jade Bi with dragon, amber different shape, turquoise, grey pearls, carnelian. 18kt Gold gr
Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Tibetan Gau Box Pendant Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
box pendant with a silver alloy frame, accented with turquoise, genuine coral beads, and carved skull
14 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Carved Bead Dangle Earrings #19818
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise Carved Bead Dangle Earrings These beautiful 14K yellow gold dangle
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise & Rock Crystal Bead Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise & Rock Crystal Bead Pendant Necklace A necklace featuring carved rock crystal and
Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Carved Turquoise Necklace with Onyx Beads and Diamonds In 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
and black onyx beads on white gold chain and hand carved turquoise is decorated with white pear and
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faux Ivory & Turquoise Double Strand Bead Necklace, Silver Tone, Carved Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
Elevate your accessory collection with this exquisite double strand bead necklace, a harmonious
Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Carved Turquoise Jade Amethyst Dangle Earrings
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lexington, KY
. Beneath it hangs a Chinoiserie influenced carved blue-green turquoise bead that is complemented flawlessly
Amethyst, Jade, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$200Sale Price|20% Off
H 3 in L 21 in
LB offers Afghani Carnelian Pendant Turquoise Ceramic Carved Carnelian Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
, and antique gourd shaped hand carved beads, Large Ceramic African oval beads add texture and accents
Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Brass
$1,092Sale Price|27% Off
Dm 0.9 in L 18 in
Vintage 18k Gold Carved Coral Rose w/ Turquoise Halo Pendant & Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
coral is surrounded with a 9 bead turquoises and showing a beautiful and rich colors. It hangs from a
Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Turquoise Carved Ball Blue Sapphire Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Melon cut Turquoise Round Bead of 21 mm. in diameter and 16 mm. thick with in the center a round
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Turquoise Carved Ball Blue Sapphire Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Melon cut Turquoise Round Bead of 21 mm. in diameter and 16 mm. thick with in the center a round
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine Indian 21kt Gold Pearl Diamond Enamel Turquoise Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
beads and carved turquoise drop pendants. Each pendant is accented with polki-style rose-cut diamonds
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Stunning Turquoise and Sterling Silver Statement Choker Necklace
By Anna K for Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational large Carved Natural Turquoise Beads Necklace inter-spaced with Sterling Silver
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Carved Turquoise Diamond Collar Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A necklace composed of carved turquoise beads, rhodium plated silver and diamond caps and a rhodium
Diamond, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 47.25 in W 3.15 in D 0.6 in L 47.25 in
Sylvia Gottwald, Turquoise beads , Nautilus pearls , acrylic / 2 long necklaces.
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
Two necklaces composed of 1..Carved Turquoise ,beads with florescent green acrylic spacers
Natural Pearl, Turquoise
Bold Coral Turquoise Gold Necklace
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
measuring 1 5/8 in., carved turquoise beads, the largest being 1 in. in diameter, and 18K gold granulated
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Carved Turquoise & Ruby Necklace
By Guita M. Jewelry
Located in New York City, NY
Very rare carved turquoise with melon cabochon ruby beads and diamond roundels with diamond and
Turquoise, Ruby
H.Ajoomal Double Line Necklace with Diamonds, Amethyst Beads, Turquoise & Enamel
By H.AJOOMAL FINE JEWELLERY
Located in Mumbai, IN
A stunning exotic 2 line necklace in amethyst, carved turquoise & black enamel with diamonds
Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jane Magon Collections Summer Turquoise Necklace in Sterling Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
This is a lightweight easy to wear necklace that has carved Turquoise, a variety of Turquoise Beads
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Lotus Queen Necklace with Carved Moonstone, Pearl, White Jade, Aqua, in Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine Faceted Beads, Carved White Jade, Fresh Water Pearls, Natural Turquoise, Dyed Topaz Rondelles and
Aquamarine, Jade, Moonstone, Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, ...
Native American Multistrand Heishe Bead Necklace with Carved Turquoise Pendant
Located in Pahrump, NV
decorative sterling with a finishing silver circle/bar clasp. The pendant is carved turquoise with a red
Turquoise, Other, Silver, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Exquisite long Turquoise Vintage Cross pendant necklace
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
designed with center-cut Sleeping Beauty beads, carved turquoise longevity beads, and brown and blue
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 4.06 in W 0.83 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 4.06 in
Lygia Demades Turquoise and Cognac Diamond Gold Long Drop Earrings
Located in Nicosia, CY
carved Round Bead Long Drop Earrings set in 18 Karat Blackened Gold that enhances the color of Turquoise
Brown Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Multi Gemstone Sterling Silver Wire Wrapped Necklace
Located in New York, NY
feel. Freshwater Cultured Pearls (white, yellow, gray, and brown), Carved Turquoise Cylinders, and
Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Cultured Pea...
A.Jeschel Magnificent necklace with Tibetan Bold Sterling Silver Pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
include animals and flowers in their designs. Sterling Silver assorted carved Tibetan beads, Sterling
Amber, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel A super Dramatic and Bold Tibetan pendant long necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
attention. This dramatic piece boasts large brown turquoise plates, carved ox bone beads, Boulder opal, red
Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver
Decadent Jewels Carved Turquoise Silver Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Unique high quality carved 15x20mm Turquoise teardrop bead necklace, hand knotted Rhodium plate CZ
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Antique Chinese Carved Turquoise Beaded Necklace
Located in Media, PA
This is an intricate antique Chinese carved turquoise beaded necklace. During the decades the
Turquoise, Silver
Carved Turquoise Bead and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A gorgeous pair of carved Turquoise bead and 18K yellow gold dangle earrings. The ribbed Turquoise
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Turquoise Bead Necklace centered by Hand Carved Amber
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful One of a Kind Natural Turquoise Beads Necklace centered by a Gorgeous Hand Carved and
Turquoise, Amber, Sterling Silver
Carved White Coral Starfish Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
An aquatic ambiance is evoked by this necklace. Graduated orbs of white coral are carved with a
Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Turquoise and Netsuke Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Figural carved Netsuke . The graduated oval Turquoise Beads measure from 25mm x 45mm long x 25mm to 32mm
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace Chinese Mongolian
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
a boy riding what looks like guardian lion . Necklace chain is made of carnelian , turquoise
Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Carved Turquoise Flower Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
carved natural turquoise measures 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 inches. The turquoise is in excellent condition and free
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Chinese Carved Coral Bead on a Gold Bangle
By DA Jewellery
Located in Banbury, GB
This bangle has been made with an antique Qing dynasty Chinese carved coral bead. The bead is
Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ribbed Turquoise and 18 Karat Yellow Matte Gold Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
turquoise beads with a beautifully handcrafted matte finish 18K yellow god link. There are 12 turquoise
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Alex Jona Turquoise Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
of two carved Turquoise spheres and ruby beads. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their
Turquoise, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Caputi Dangle Clip Earrings Turquoise Resin and Pearl
By Angela Caputi
Located in Atlanta, GA
simulated pearl and faux turquoise carved resin beads compliment with tiny rhinestones and black faceted
Silver Plate
Angela Caputi Coral and Turquoise Dangling Resin Clip On Earrings
By Angela Caputi
Located in Atlanta, GA
color elements contrasted with faux coral carved bead and faux turquoise stick beads and compliment with
Kim Yubeta Turquoise and Sterling Cross Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Yubeta features sterling crosses, turquoise-set crosses, and carved turquoise beads. Each piece of her
Turquoise Matrix, Sterling Silver
Fantastic Kim Yubeta Turquoise and Coral Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
features crosses set with turquoise, coral and spiny oyster, turquoise beads, carved turquoise beads
Coral, Turquoise Matrix, Sterling Silver
Antique Chinese Turquoise Shou Bead Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An antique Chinese beaded necklace. Consisting of 100 finely carved turquoise Shou beads. The
Turquoise
Exotic Carved Shell Bird Fetish Heishi Bead Turquoise Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Necklace with 2 Strands of Unique Shell & Turquoise Bird Fetishes Each Hand Carved Strung with
Turquoise
American ARIZONA Estate Carved LARGE Beaded Turquoise Gold Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1970's Retro Gorgeous Turquoise Necklace, very unusual Estate piece! Has an attached carved
Gold, 18k Gold
Green Turquoise Native American Necklace Sterling Silver Carved Wood Fetish
Located in Greensboro, NC
Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Green Material Information: Carved Wood Fetish Chain
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
LB offers Vintage Carved Carnelian Green Turquoise Jade Venetian Glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
beads, Green Turquoise round beads, Vintage Venetian glass trade beads, large filigreed silver statement
Carnelian, Jade, Malachite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Zuni Silver and Carved Animal Onyx, Turquoise, MOP and Agate Fetish Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Zuni Carved Animal Onyx, Turquoise, MOP and Agate Fetish Necklace c.1970s 23.57 grams 26
Agate, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18k Gold Carved Rose & Bead Coral W/ Turquoise Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
yellow gold. They each feature a 2 carved angel skin coral in rose shape & 8 bead shape orange corals
Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SUSAN GREEN “Lea” Turquoise Metallic Multi-Strand Beaded Artwear Choker Necklace
By Susan Green
Located in Thiensville, WI
collar necklace. Layered multi-strand beaded necklace featuring mid-size faceted carved natural turquoise
LB Chinese soapstone carved pendant necklace Chinese coral Bakelite Tibet brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
amazing pendant is hand carved and the detail is lovely .the vintage Bakelite barrel beads and the reddish
Coral, Turquoise, Brass
Stunning Turquoise and Sterling Silver Statement Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Genuine Turquoise Necklace, comprising 27 graduated carved rondelle shaped Turquoise
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Katy Briscoe Chinese Turquoise Brown Zircon Carved Turquoise Beads Necklace
By Katy Briscoe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Katy Briscoe. The snap on bail is removable and carved Chinese Turquoise beads can be attached to
Turquoise, Zircon, 18k Gold
Praying Bead Necklace with Crystal Buddha Pendant
Located in St.amford, CT
Brown wood and antique carved turquoise beads, sterling and diamond Rhondel beads with sterling
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
14k Yellow Gold Carved Crystal & Turquoise Bead Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
This bold necklace features 17 diagonally carved clear crystal beads spaced with 16 flat turquoise
Crystal, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Decadent Jewels Sponge carved Turquoise Howlite Gold Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Stunning colour combination of 18mm carved Turquoise howlite with Sponge Coral beads 14, 18 and
Coral, Turquoise, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Carved Turquoise Necklace
By Rebecca Koven
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A hand carved basket weave turquoise bead necklace. The 18kt yellow gold clasp is fashioned in the
A.Jeschel Turquoise Necklace Carved lizard pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind This interesting pendant of a lizard resting on a flower carved in China is just the
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Horn, Carved Bone and Turquoise Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Horn, Carved Bone and Stabilized Turquoise Bead Long Necklace with Vermeil Spacers and a Vermeil S
Elegant Turquoise and Diamond Bypass Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and glorious French rendition of the classic cocktail ring. Carved turquoise beads are
Diamond
CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone Necklace
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone beaded Necklace. One of a kind carved beaded necklace in
Turquoise, Quartz, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Opal, Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold
A.Jeschel Elegant Long Pearl necklace with Tibetan Pendant.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
pearls, carved Chinese turquoise beads, and carved Chinese peace beads, creating a beautifully textured
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Stylish long Pearls and Chrysoprase necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Tiger eye bead and Turquoise completes the look, adding a touch of playful elegance. The vermeil clasp
Chrysophrase, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Pearl, Vermeil
Decadent Jewels Turquoise Lemon Jade Onyx Agate Coral Gold Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
30x30mm diamond and 40x20mm Lemon Jade with a central 37x28mm Turquoise nugget, 14mm Carved Turquoise
Agate, Jade, Onyx, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Decadent Jewels Sponge carved Turquoise Howlite Gold Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Stunning colour combination of 18mm carved Turquoise howlite with Sponge Coral beads 14, 18 and
Turquoise, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Gold
Decadent Jewels Carved Turquoise Silver Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Unique carved Chinese Turquoise bead necklace, beads range from 19x27mm up to 40x30mm, hand knotted
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Decadent Jewels Lapis Lazuli Pearl and Carved Turquoise Silver Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Water Pearls and Carved Turquoise Magnasite beads, Rhodium plate CZ rondels frame the carved Turquoise
Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise...
Decadent Jewels Matt Onyx Carved Coral Shell Turquoise Silver Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
This beautiful necklace features 16mm matt Onyx, carved white Shell, Turquoise Magnasite and carved
Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Brass
Seaman Schepps Antique Hand Carved Lapis Turquoise Cultured Pearl Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Dallas, TX
intricately hand carved, antique rich blue Lapis beads varying in size from 18.11 mm in diameter to 16 mm in
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gol...
Modern Carved Persian Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Lever Back Dangle Earrings
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
These Modern earrings features two Persian Turquoise stones in each earring which have been carved
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
$4,562
W 1.5 in L 17 in
5 Strand Pearl, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli and Jasper Beaded Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing this magnificent five strand statement necklace, a true masterpiece of artistry and elegance. This stunning piece combines the beauty of pearls, turquoise, lapis lazuli, ...
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Chinese Intense Purple Amethyst Pendant Graduating Beaded Necklace 24"
Located in Richmond, CA
This late 19c to early 20c carved intense purple amethyst gemstone beaded necklace is comprised of a large, well carved amethyst double gourd pendant, and graduating amethyst beads f...
Amethyst
$18,500
W 1.25 in L 38.5 in
Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Superb, rare natural translucent faceted Baltic amber necklace of impressive size, gem quality and color reminiscent of fine rich cognac. This necklace has been tested for natural am...
Amber
Morganite Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18 inches (45.7 cm). The rare size of the smooth round beads is 20 mm. The color of the beads is a soft, pale, peachy pink. Very gentle, soft pastel col...
Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver
Sold|$4,500
W 0.19 in L 26 in
Classic Large Antique Natural Butterscotch Baltic 64.4 gr Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, large, natural graduated oval bead antique amber necklace composed of thirty four hand knotted beads 25mm to 6mm, of desirable yellow-orange color with attractive natural ...
Amber, 14k Gold
Multistrand Necklace Antique Jade Coral Amber 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very special necklace with antiques cinese carved imperial jade central surrounding with coral and filigrane, Antiques Italian Sciacca natural Coral, jade beads, amazzonite, amber a...
Amazonite, Amber, Coral, Jade, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold
Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique handmade Art Deco Chinese export necklace with carved Shou amethyst beads with a large very ornate sterling silver clasp . Clasp /central pendant has deeply carved amethyst...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$2,678Sale Price|20% Off
Jade Amber Amethyst Antiques Carved Jade Elements Long Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very special long necklace with to dragon carved jade plaque, antiques Chinese murrine, amber, amethyst, jade, Citrine, carnelian. total length 110cm. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is n...
Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Jade, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.