Cat Charms Necklace
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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14k Gold
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Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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14k Gold
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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Amber, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Swiss More Jewelry
Cat’s Eye
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Turquoise, Cat’s Eye
2010s American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Textile, Linen, Silk
2010s Contemporary Sculptures
Brass
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws
Textile, Linen, Silk
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bangles
Coral, Crystal, Gold Plate
2010s Australian Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Pearl, Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1960s American Native American Cuff Bracelets
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Dangle Earrings
Gold Plate
2010s Indian Medieval Loose Gemstones
Diamond, Turquoise
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Hungarian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Recent Sales
Early 20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Cat’s Eye, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Cat’s Eye, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Zircon, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel, 18k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces
14k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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Jade, Yellow Gold
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chrysoberyl, Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Yellow Gold
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Yellow Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Other, Cat’s Eye, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold
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Shakudo
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Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
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Diamond, 14k Gold
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Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Drop Necklaces
9k Gold
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9k Gold
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Silver
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, 18k Gold
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14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Ruby
Vintage 1960s American Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Platinum
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Yellow Gold
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Faience, Linen, Cotton
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Gold, Silver
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pinchbeck
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9k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024The charm on a necklace is called a pendant. It comes from the Old French word pendr, which means "to hang down." In turn, this word has its roots in the Latin verb pendere, also meaning "to hang." Shop a large collection of pendants from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Whether charm necklaces are in style can vary based on personal tastes and current trends. However, many people continue to wear charm necklaces year after year. Charm necklaces allow their wearers to record their most precious life moments in a language of gold and gemstones. The charms can represent friendships and hobbies, as well as births, graduations and anniversaries, making them enduringly meaningful. Find a variety of charm necklaces on 1stDibs.
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