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Aria Jewelry Design 21in Pink Peruvian Opal & Black Spinel Necklace
Aria Jewelry Design 21in Pink Peruvian Opal & Black Spinel Necklace

Aria Jewelry Design 21in Pink Peruvian Opal & Black Spinel Necklace

By Aria Jewelry Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

Though bold and chunky in style, this necklace carries an unexpected subtlety that makes it far

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Spinel, Black Spinel, Mixed Metal

Diamond circle round drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold
Diamond circle round drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold

Diamond circle round drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold

By Unbranded

Located in London, GB

1.20ct Diamond large chunky eternity circle round shaped pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Baguette diamond cross twist large pendant necklace 18ct white gold
Round Baguette diamond cross twist large pendant necklace 18ct white gold

Round Baguette diamond cross twist large pendant necklace 18ct white gold

Located in London, GB

8.57g. Box and valuation included. This stunning necklace from White Cross features a chunky cross

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

0.80ct Round Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k yellow gold.
0.80ct Round Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k yellow gold.

0.80ct Round Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k yellow gold.

Located in London, GB

pendant/locket type is a chunky drop dangle style, and the necklace's chain type is a classic chain. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1.50ct blue sapphire classic solitaire necklace 18k gold
1.50ct blue sapphire classic solitaire necklace 18k gold

1.50ct blue sapphire classic solitaire necklace 18k gold

Located in London, GB

1.50ct Sapphire Chunky Solitaire Pendant Necklace In 18ct Yellow Gold 1.50ct total weight sapphire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow gold Egyptian cartouche pendant.
18ct Yellow gold Egyptian cartouche pendant.

18ct Yellow gold Egyptian cartouche pendant.

Located in London, GB

from 18ct yellow gold, the pendant features a chunky design with an Egyptian cartouche shape. The

Category

Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Chanel 'Madamoiselle' Necklace
Vintage Chanel 'Madamoiselle' Necklace

Vintage Chanel 'Madamoiselle' Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Glasgow, GB

Vintage 'Coco Chanel' necklace from Chanel. Made in France, 1970's. 24ct gold plated chunky

Category

Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Angela Caputi Banana and Citrus Textured Resin Necklace
Angela Caputi Banana and Citrus Textured Resin Necklace

Angela Caputi Banana and Citrus Textured Resin Necklace

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

tone with banana and white contrast. The choker boasts chunky flat disks imitating giant buttons with

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

18ct Yellow gold rope twist cuban chain solid necklace.
18ct Yellow gold rope twist cuban chain solid necklace.

18ct Yellow gold rope twist cuban chain solid necklace.

Located in London, GB

collection with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold chunky rope cuban chain necklace. The solid 16.5g necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1.55ct Diamond drop pendant necklace flower chocker in 18k white gold.
1.55ct Diamond drop pendant necklace flower chocker in 18k white gold.

1.55ct Diamond drop pendant necklace flower chocker in 18k white gold.

Located in London, GB

Solitaire Chunky Drop Dangle Pendant Necklace. Crafted from 18ct white gold, this necklace features a round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

LB offers Blue Lace Agate Lapis Lazuli Venetian trade beads Sterling necklace
LB offers Blue Lace Agate Lapis Lazuli Venetian trade beads Sterling necklace

LB offers Blue Lace Agate Lapis Lazuli Venetian trade beads Sterling necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a large Chunky necklace of Blue Lace Agate and Lapis Lazuli with

Category

Early 2000s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Green Colombian emerald round shaped solitaire pendant in 18k white gold.
Green Colombian emerald round shaped solitaire pendant in 18k white gold.

Green Colombian emerald round shaped solitaire pendant in 18k white gold.

Located in London, GB

any occasion. 0.65ct Colombian Emerald Chunky Solitaire Pendant Necklace In 18ct White Gold Green

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, White Gold

0.40ct Diamond G SI2 solitaire pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold
0.40ct Diamond G SI2 solitaire pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold

0.40ct Diamond G SI2 solitaire pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold

Located in London, GB

0.40ct Diamond solitaire pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold Solitaire diamond chunky pendant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Gold Oval Link Chain
Tiffany & Co. Gold Oval Link Chain

Tiffany & Co. Gold Oval Link Chain

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

This chic chunky yellow gold Tiffany & Co necklace makes the perfect compliment to any outfit, as a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Vintage Resin Crystal Bone and Wood Bead Necklace on offer
LB Vintage Resin Crystal Bone and Wood Bead Necklace on offer

LB Vintage Resin Crystal Bone and Wood Bead Necklace on offer

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

, and Wood Chunky Stunning Necklace. This is a wonderful piece to accent and update any outfit and add

Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches.
0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches.

0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches.

Located in London, GB

0.60ct diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold 16 inches. Chunky diamond catholic cross

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Round brilliant diamond cross Christina religious pendant necklace 18k gold
Round brilliant diamond cross Christina religious pendant necklace 18k gold

Round brilliant diamond cross Christina religious pendant necklace 18k gold

Located in London, GB

1.00ct Diamond cross pendant necklace eternity in 18k white gold chain. Chunky large diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Iris Apfel Estate Personal Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Silver Necklace Tribal
Iris Apfel Estate Personal Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Silver Necklace Tribal

Iris Apfel Estate Personal Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Silver Necklace Tribal

Located in New York, NY

with chunky bangles. Her originality was unmatched, with a distinctive style characterized by an

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise
Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise

Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

and spiritual symbolism. Handcrafted with traditional techniques, the necklace features bold, chunky

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise

0.80ct Emerald green Colombian pendant with diamonds 18k white gold.
0.80ct Emerald green Colombian pendant with diamonds 18k white gold.

0.80ct Emerald green Colombian pendant with diamonds 18k white gold.

Located in London, GB

vivid colour emerald oval shaped with diamonds pendant necklace in 18k white gold. Chunky 18ct yellow

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Stunning diamond cross 1ct diamonds VS-SI large cross pendant necklace
Stunning diamond cross 1ct diamonds VS-SI large cross pendant necklace

Stunning diamond cross 1ct diamonds VS-SI large cross pendant necklace

Located in Jupiter, FL

Large chunky cross pendant necklace made with lots of diamonds totaling 1 carat, 14KT white gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Five strands aquamarine faceted oval beads with blue topaz
Five strands aquamarine faceted oval beads with blue topaz

Five strands aquamarine faceted oval beads with blue topaz

Located in New Orleans, LA

Five strands aquamarine faceted oval beads accented with exceptionally large polished chunky London

Category

2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Chain Necklace with Multi Colored Enamel Bar Stations
14 Karat Chain Necklace with Multi Colored Enamel Bar Stations

14 Karat Chain Necklace with Multi Colored Enamel Bar Stations

Located in New York, NY

Chunky chain necklace accented with bar shaped stations. Each bar features enamel in an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

LB offers Dyed Blue Agate Blue Lace Agate Sterling Ceramic Lapis Turq. Necklace
LB offers Dyed Blue Agate Blue Lace Agate Sterling Ceramic Lapis Turq. Necklace

LB offers Dyed Blue Agate Blue Lace Agate Sterling Ceramic Lapis Turq. Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

chunky elements. Definitely a necklace for the woman who wants to stand out from the Crowd.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Trifari Faux Tortoise Chnoiserie Mod Pendant
Trifari Faux Tortoise Chnoiserie Mod Pendant

Trifari Faux Tortoise Chnoiserie Mod Pendant

By Trifari

Located in New York, NY

circular motif. Chunky gilt curb link chain. Pendant 3.5", Chain 30" x .5". 1960's USA, Signed.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Hand Painted French Pierrot Mask Porcelain Wood Bead Necklace, 1970s
Hand Painted French Pierrot Mask Porcelain Wood Bead Necklace, 1970s

Hand Painted French Pierrot Mask Porcelain Wood Bead Necklace, 1970s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glazed porcelain/ceramic. chunky wood beads and small gold bead spacers. necklace is strung on metal wire

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Blackened Silver Thick Chain with 20K Gold Clasp, by Tagili
Blackened Silver Thick Chain with 20K Gold Clasp, by Tagili

Blackened Silver Thick Chain with 20K Gold Clasp, by Tagili

By Lisa Leone Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your look with this fabulous handmade thick chunky chain. The use of different metals takes

Category

2010s North American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

14 Karat Gold Rectangular Link Chain with Hexagon Charm Holder
14 Karat Gold Rectangular Link Chain with Hexagon Charm Holder

14 Karat Gold Rectangular Link Chain with Hexagon Charm Holder

By Amy Glaswand

Located in New York, NY

be layered. The chain holds a chunky, hexagon charm holder to mix and match with our shields. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Gold Chain with Colored Enamel Links
14 Karat Gold Chain with Colored Enamel Links

14 Karat Gold Chain with Colored Enamel Links

Located in New York, NY

links, each with a stripe of varied colored enamel. This necklace has substance to it with the chunky

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Atlas Necklace, circa 1990s
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Atlas Necklace, circa 1990s

Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Atlas Necklace, circa 1990s

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

This chic chunky yellow gold Tiffany & Co Atlas necklace dates back to the 1990s, and weighs an

Category

1990s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50ct Sapphire Solitaire Drop Pendant Necklace In 18ct Yellow Gold
1.50ct Sapphire Solitaire Drop Pendant Necklace In 18ct Yellow Gold

1.50ct Sapphire Solitaire Drop Pendant Necklace In 18ct Yellow Gold

Located in London, GB

1.50ct Sapphire Chunky Solitaire Pendant Necklace In 18ct Yellow Gold 1.50ct Sapphire Chunky

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Star Lariat
18 Karat Gold and Diamond Star Lariat

18 Karat Gold and Diamond Star Lariat

Located in New York, NY

dropping from a chain that extends from a chunky circle of gold. This statement piece can be dressy or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

20k Gold Chain with Blackened Silver Diamond Clasp, by Tagili
20k Gold Chain with Blackened Silver Diamond Clasp, by Tagili

20k Gold Chain with Blackened Silver Diamond Clasp, by Tagili

By Lisa Leone Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your look with this fabulous handmade thick chunky chain. The use of different metals takes

Category

2010s North American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

French Dropsy Perriat Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
French Dropsy Perriat Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant

French Dropsy Perriat Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant

Located in London, GB

within a halo with a chunky ridged frame. Signed E. Dropsy. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French

Category

Vintage 1910s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER (Attributed To) Charm Necklace
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER (Attributed To) Charm Necklace

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER (Attributed To) Charm Necklace

Located in Nice, FR

Attributed to JEAN PAUL GAULTIER chunky antiqued bronze tone chain necklace featuring various

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Claire Deve Vintage Gold-Tone Beaded Rope Tassel Lariat Necklace
Claire Deve Vintage Gold-Tone Beaded Rope Tassel Lariat Necklace

Claire Deve Vintage Gold-Tone Beaded Rope Tassel Lariat Necklace

By Claire Deve

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

rope chain necklace is a striking piece, featuring a central circular chunky beaded pendant that acts

Category

Late 20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Diamond cross art deco drop pendant necklace 18k white gold
Diamond cross art deco drop pendant necklace 18k white gold

Diamond cross art deco drop pendant necklace 18k white gold

By Unbranded

Located in London, GB

0.85ct Diamond criss pendant necklace in 18k white and yellow gold. Chunky diamond catholic cross

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise Double Strand Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Mary Lou Daves
Turquoise Double Strand Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Mary Lou Daves

Turquoise Double Strand Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Mary Lou Daves

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely exquisite large chunky natural Turquoise Double Strand Necklace with a

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 25" Chain Necklace, by Tagili
The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 25" Chain Necklace, by Tagili

The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 25" Chain Necklace, by Tagili

By Lisa Leone Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your look with this fabulous handmade thick chunky chain. The use of mixed metals takes

Category

2010s North American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 16" Chain Necklace, by Tagili
The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 16" Chain Necklace, by Tagili

The 50/50 Blackened Silver and Gold 16" Chain Necklace, by Tagili

By Lisa Leone Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your look with this fabulous handmade thick chunky chain. The use of different metals takes

Category

2010s North American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

12ct tennis necklace 17" long stunning diamond necklace 14KT
12ct tennis necklace 17" long stunning diamond necklace 14KT

12ct tennis necklace 17" long stunning diamond necklace 14KT

Located in Jupiter, FL

and chunky! WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, located in the heart of Jupiter

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Ball Statement Necklace/Belt
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Ball Statement Necklace/Belt

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Gold Ball Statement Necklace/Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Phenomenal vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche chunky woven gold chain and ball belt/necklace

Category

Mid-20th Century French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain
Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain

Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain

Located in New York, NY

off by a gold star with a center diamond. It has chunky jump rings, and hangs off of a 14 Karat gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Onyx and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Antique Onyx and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant

Antique Onyx and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

elegantly adorned floral motif at the centre. This design is embellished with chunky old mine diamonds which

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Medallion Pendant Sautoir Necklace, 1993
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Medallion Pendant Sautoir Necklace, 1993

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Medallion Pendant Sautoir Necklace, 1993

By Chanel

Located in Nice, FR

CHANEL vintage gold tone sautoir necklace featuring a chunky link chain and a round rope-like

Category

20th Century French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Sea foam green tumbled fluorite beads necklace w/ gold gilt branches of coral
Sea foam green tumbled fluorite beads necklace w/ gold gilt branches of coral

Sea foam green tumbled fluorite beads necklace w/ gold gilt branches of coral

Located in New Orleans, LA

Over the top amusing resort wear necklace. A single strand of very large chunky sea foam green

Category

2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Fluorite, Gold

LB large Bone pendant, Indian resin colorful beads, one of a kind, necklace
LB large Bone pendant, Indian resin colorful beads, one of a kind, necklace

LB large Bone pendant, Indian resin colorful beads, one of a kind, necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

. This necklace has a tribal chunky character and would enhance any look.The saturated colors are

Category

2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Sterling Silver, Base Metal

Vintage Gold Toned Statement Necklace
Vintage Gold Toned Statement Necklace

Vintage Gold Toned Statement Necklace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

to stand out. It could feature chunky or oversized components, such as large links, pendants, or

Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Citrine Pendant in 22k Gold, by Tagili
Citrine Pendant in 22k Gold, by Tagili

Citrine Pendant in 22k Gold, by Tagili

Located in New York, NY

other crystals or stones. Shown here on our mixed metals thick chunky chain sold separately. Goes with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 22k Gold

Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace
Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace

Victorian Large Whitby Jet Graduated Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This stunning chunky necklace is held together by large bolt clasp. The beads graduate in size

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Treasured Heart Locket Necklace In Sterling Silver
Treasured Heart Locket Necklace In Sterling Silver

Treasured Heart Locket Necklace In Sterling Silver

Located in London, GB

, suspended on our distinctive chunky groove chain and finished with our signature D&H lobster catch. Add

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Oval Pastel Charm Rhinestones Necklace
Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Oval Pastel Charm Rhinestones Necklace

Vintage CLAIRE DEVE Oval Pastel Charm Rhinestones Necklace

By Claire Deve

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

cm) Wearable Length: 17.12 inches (43.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CLAIRE DEVE. - Chunky chain

Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Chunky Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of chunky necklaces. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Silver and Gold-filled — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 35 vintage editions and 43 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of chunky necklaces includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. J DAUPHIN, Gemjunky/M D Designs and Intini Jewels each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 22, are particularly popular. There are many brilliant cut, round cut and mixed cut chunky necklaces for sale. Most of our chunky necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 22 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Chunky Necklaces?

On average, chunky necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $894, while they’re typically $188 on the low end and $89,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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. 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. 

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