Vintage Carved Chinese Ivory Emperor 14kt Gold Chain
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite Vintage Chinese Ivory Pendant, masterfully carved in the likeness of an emperor, is a striking representation of traditional Chinese artistry and regal symbolism.
Gold
Beaded Chinese Carved Ivory Monkey Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Chinese Carved Ivory Monkey Necklace
Chinese Ivory Pendant with Enamel and Seed Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Ivory Pendant with Enamel and Seed Pearls
$3,320Sale Price|20% Off
L 42 in
Antique Chinese White Nephrite Pendant Necklace Circa 1920 Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
This is a rare and wholly original carved & pierced nephrite necklace from the 1920s. Still strung on its original silk and embellished with knots, rock crystal quartz, and natural b...
Agate, Jade, Rock Crystal
Vintage gold Asian huge pendant chain designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 19" long pendant is 3" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal ...
Vintage Chinese Gold & Jade 'Longevity' (壽) Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Chinese gold & jade pendant. In 14k yellow gold and white jade (nephrite). From "new" old stock from a jewelry store that closed in the 1970s. Consisting of a white...
Jade, Gold
Yellow Gold Shou Longevity Pendant - 14k Chinese Character
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Shou Longevity Features: Open Cut Design with Etched Detailing Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 21/32" (16mm) Wide: 5/8" (15.7mm) In...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone Asian geisha pagoda designer chain pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 55 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESI...
Vintage gold buddha chain glass jade designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass beads • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 48" long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
Antique Early 20th Century Chinese Jade Bead Necklace, 15ct Gold Clasp
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An elegant early 20th century Chinese jade bead necklace, composed of finely polished pale “icy” jade spherical beads interspersed with larger carved melon-form jade accents of deepe...
Jade, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Jade, Coral and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely carved antique Chinese pierced celadon green jade central pendant with three round red coral and pearl line tassels and on a coral and pearl bead chain comprised of thirty rou...
Coral, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage Carved Jade Pendant
Located in Wheaton, IL
This is a vintage pendant that has been beautifully carved from jade. The pendant comes in a combination of light brown and pale green colors, which gives it a unique and elegant loo...
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage gold green jade lucite massive Asian oriental necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with lucite faux jade • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku ...
$2,495
H 13.75 in W 0.63 in D 0.13 in
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold & Hand-Carved Jade Chinoiserie Styled Necklace
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique women's necklace is unsigned and unmarked but dates to approximately 1900 and presumed to originate from China and done in a period Chinoiserie style. The necklace is co...
Jade, Gold
$788Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Castlecliff Runway Asian Motif Gilded VRBA Statement Necklace, Signed
By Castlecliff
Located in McKinney, TX
- 21" length - 6.5" x 3.25" drop pendant area - Gold plated - Clasp closure - Chinoiserie motif - Designed by Lawrence (Larry) Vrba for Castlecliff - Signed Castlecliff on verso - Ci...
Vintage Chinese Gold & Jade 'Double Happiness' (囍) Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Chinese gold & jade pendant. In 14k yellow gold and white jade (nephrite). From "new" old stock from a jewelry store that closed in the 1970s. Consisting of a white...
Jade, Gold
$718Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.6 in Dm 2.2 in
Vintage Carved Fish Chinese Spinning Center Jade Pendant w/ Yellow Gold Bail
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Carved Round Shape w/ Spinning Center - Light Green Color - 57.2mm (approx.) Material: Bail Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 32.40 Grams Penda...
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.62 in W 1.23 in D 0.65 in
Natural Hetian White Jade Pixiu 貔貅 Ruyi Pendant with Golden-Brown Skin
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This captivating pendant showcases the artistry of Hetian white jade, masterfully carved to depict a powerful pixiu (貔貅), the legendary creature revered for attracting wealth and war...
Jade
Vintage Chinese Gold & Jade 'Love' (愛) Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Chinese gold & jade pendant. In 14k yellow gold and white jade (nephrite). From "new" old stock from a jewelry store that closed in the 1970s. Consisting of a white...
Jade, Gold
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.25 in
Etruscan Revival 15k Gold Victorian Large Locket, Late 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Stunning example of Etruscan Revival craftsmanship, this 15k antique Victorian locket is substantial in size with exquisite details. The center boasts a beautiful rose gold locket do...
15k Gold
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
GIA Certified Natural Jadeite "A" Translucent Jade 1 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare GIA Certified Estate Natural Diamond and Jade 18k Yellow Gold Pendant measuring 43.01x28.25x4.44mm. The Pendant is set with a Natural Translucent Jadeite Jade Green Carving wit...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NEC...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Dragon Jade Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Jade Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Jade Round Circle Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Natural jade with color treated (standard and common). overall weight 2.2 grams (without a chain). Size: Stone size is approx 18...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, 24 Inch Flat Curb Link Chain with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Flat Curb Chain 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 2000 A fine and elegant flat curb chain crafted in solid 18ct yellow gold. Measuring 1mm in width and 24 inches in length, it offer...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,336Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.83 in D 0.32 in L 1.27 in
Carved Jade Pendant Midcentury Certified Untreated Omphacite Jade
Located in Northampton, MA
A gorgeous natural and untreated omphacite jade pendant from the midcentury -circa 1950. Created in Hong Kong, the jade has been carved and pierced into a floral motif. The tone of t...
Jade, 14k Gold
$1,697
H 1.95 in W 0.85 in
Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Suffragette Pendant Amethyst, Peridot & Seed Pearls
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this exquisite 15-carat yellow gold antique pendant from the Edwar...
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold
$120,000
Diamond Tiara by J.E. Caldwell
By J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in New York, NY
this breathtaking tiara is a vision of elegance and refinement. Crafted in 18K white gold and platinum, it features an intricate lattice-like design adorned with shimmering rose-cut ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique German Heart Locket Pendant solid 18K / 5 gr
Located in SE
1930's German Heart Locket in solid 18K Gold. Hand -engraved floral decor on the front side. Two internal removable bezels inside. Closure with a click. All parts tested 18K Yellow...
18k Gold
Large Carved Green White Jadeite Jade Pendant Vintage
Located in Austin, TX
Beautiful very large green and white carved and pierced jadeite jade pendant. Pendant featuring rectangular shape jadeite jade panel finely carved on both sides. Pendant inscribed ...
Jade, 14k Gold
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.
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