Christian Dior Vintage Rare Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Diamond Eternity Circle and 18k White Gold Necklace, .26 Carats Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely diamond and gold necklace is perfect for everyday wear and special occasions alike!
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dev Valencia .32 Carat Diamond White Gold Four Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This Dev Valencia pendant necklace features 62 round cut diamonds with an approxmate total weight of .32 carats set within a minimalist four-circle motif crafted in luminous 18k whit...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sterling Germany Goldstone Circle Drop Pendant Necklace C.1930s
Located in Honolulu, HI
A striking 1930s Art Deco drop pendant necklace featuring a geometric motif in rich, glittering Goldstone (Aventurine Glass). The piece is anchored by a bold 3.8 cm circular disc me...
Sterling Silver
3.32ct Fancy Color Natural Yellow Brown Diamond Circle Eternity Necklace 14kt*
Located in New York, NY
Circular Eternity Diamond Necklace 1.62ct. Natural Fancy Color diamonds Fancy Green, Yellow Orange, Brown Colors Vs-2 Si-1 Si-2 Clarity. Fancy Yellow green color. 1.60ct. N...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,100Sale Price|40% Off
3, 500 Rare 14KT Gold Glittering Double Circle Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 14KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Interlocked Double Circle Diamond Pendant Necklace. Ne...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Intertvined circle love pendant natural diamond pendant necklace 14KT 0.76ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Unique peice, moi et toi intertvined love circles in 14KT gold with natural diamonds. GOLD: 14KT gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Clarity/Color: VS-SI/F-G Carat:0.76ct Cut:Round Brilliant Gr...
Star of David, Stories in a Circle Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Pendant is 1.06 inch in length, and is on a 17.5 inch sterling silver chain necklace. Stories in a Circle pendant necklaces come with a description card highlighting each piece and m...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Savior is Born, Stories in a Circle Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Pendant is 1.06 inch in length, and is on a 17.5 inch sterling silver chain necklace. Stories in a Circle pendant necklaces come with a description card highlighting each piece and m...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Ask, Seek, Knock, Stories in a Circle Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Pendant is 1.06 inch in length, and is on a 17.5 inch sterling silver chain necklace. Stories in a Circle pendant necklaces come with a description card highlighting each piece and m...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 1837 Medium Circle Pendant Chain Necklace 16" 27062
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver 1837 Medium Circle Pendant Chain Necklace This authentic Tiffany & Co. sterling silver necklace features a medium-sized open circle pendant from the ico...
Sterling Silver
Diamond Eternity Circle and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, .26 Carats Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely diamond and gold necklace is perfect for everyday wear and special occasions alike!
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
14k White Gold VS Round Diamond Fixed Circle Pendant Necklace Chain 2.35CT
Located in Miami, FL
This 14k White Gold VS Round Diamond Fixed Circle Pendant Necklace Chain 2.35CT is a timeless expression of elegance and refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, White Gold
14k White Gold VS Round Diamond Fixed Circle Pendant Necklace Chain 2.35CT
Located in Miami, FL
This 14k White Gold VS Round Diamond Fixed Circle Pendant Necklace Chain 2.35CT is a timeless expression of elegance and refined craftsmanship.
Diamond, White Gold
$1,944Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby Briolette Diamond Circle Drop Necklace 14K White Gold OGI Ltd
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 14K white gold drop necklace showcases a vibrant 1.88-carat ruby briolette, gracefully suspended from a diamond-accented circle weighing 0.25 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Metro Diamond Open Circle Medium Pendant Necklace Platinum PT950
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition signs of wear Weight 4.5g Designer Tiffany Exterior Material PT950
Platinum
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .23ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Mini
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .23ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Mini Metal: 18K Rose Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 9.7mm wide Diamond: 12 round brilliant diamonds, carat tota...
Diamond, Rose Gold
$9,137Sale Price|20% Off
Fashionable Circle Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace Choker for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Necklace White Gold 18 K Diamond 3.10 Cts/248 Pcs Weight 11,43 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which crea...
Diamond, Rose Gold
.93 Carat Diamond Two Tone Gold Domed Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond pendant necklace. 61 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds in a 14k white gold domed cluster formation. The back of the pendant is 18k yellow gold 16 inch link chain. 61 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Pt950 Eternity Medium
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition signs of wear Accessories Box Weight 4.4g Designer Tiffany Exterior Material PT950
Platinum
Diamond Round Circle Symbol Motif 18K White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Diamond circle 18K White Gold pendant necklace featuring a circular motif encrusted with round brilliant-cut diamonds (0.20 ct).
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
6.70 Carat Multicolor Rainbow Baguette Cut Diamond Circle Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
6.70 Carat Multicolor Rainbow Taper Baguette Cut Channel Set Diamond Circle 14K Gold Pendant Necklace. Celebrate color, balance, and brilliance with this exquisite rainbow circle pe...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodoli...
18K White Gold and Diamond Open Floral Circle Pendant Necklace #20724
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K White Gold and Diamond Floral Circle Pendant Necklace- This stunning 18K white gold circle pendant features 254 round brilliant cut diamonds set in a lovely floral design.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Amelia 14K Yellow Gold Circle Pendant Necklace .25 CTW Natural Diamonds
Located in Greeneville, TN
Embrace refined simplicity with this timeless Diamond circle pendant necklace.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
CHAMOREL black nude mesh ribbon antique gold circle coin crystal long necklace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHAMOREL black nude mesh ribbon antique gold circle coin crystal long necklace Reference: SNKO/A00343 Brand: Chamorel Material: Mesh, Metal Color: Black, Nude Pattern: Solid Closure:...
Jade 16 Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular Antique Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The stunning pendant has a round Jade disc with wonderful color variation. The Jade disc hangs...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
TEZER Modernist Long Geometric Circles Sautoir Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist sautoir necklace designed by Tezer. This is a beautiful geometric sautoir necklace created in Germany by Atelier-Tezer, designed with refined modernist patterns. The long ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Italian 18K Etruscan Circle-Link Necklace, 34-Inch Vintage Statement Chain
Located in Miami, FL
A luxurious, collectible Italian circle-link chain—timeless, versatile, and made to stand out.
18k Gold
Judith Ripka 14K Yellow Gold Open Circle CZ Pendant Necklace #19729
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka 14K Yellow Gold Open Circle CZ Pendant Necklace This beautiful Judith Ripka designed necklace is set in 14K Yellow gold with 6 cubic zirconia stone accents.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Melody Rose Gold Large Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Paloma Picasso Melody Rose Gold Large Circle Pendant Drop Necklace Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 15.88 grams Pendant diameter: 38mm Chain: 28 inches Retail: $5,030 USD
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Fancy Link Chain Necklace 24 1/4" - 14k Circles
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Fancy Link Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Hook & Fold-Over Clasp Theme: Circles Measurements Length: 24 1/4" Width: 11/32" (8.4m...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circle Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Round Fashion Necklace Women Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circle Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Round Fashion Necklace Women Jewelry.
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 12mm Eternal Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 12mm Eternal Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow gold Chain: 16" Pendant: 12mm in diameter Weight: 5.50 grams Hallmark: "TIFFANY&Co.
18k Gold
Vintage Sterling Silver Circle and Rectangle Modernist Link Chain Necklace 60's
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing architectural art deco style sterling silver necklace is so modernist. Circles of sterling silver meet rectangles.
Sterling Silver
Lagos Caviar Necklace Fluted 18k Gold Circle Dot 16.5" Dome Pendant
By Lagos
Located in Northbrook, IL
This beautiful Lagos necklace features a unique fluted design with a 18k gold circle dot pendant on a 16.5 inch sterling silver chain.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
14 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond Interlocking Circle Pendant Drop Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold Natural Diamond Interlocking Circle Pendant Drop Necklace Metal: 14k white gold Weight: 1.72 grams Length: 18 inches Circles: 6 - 7.5mm Diamonds: Approx. 0.06 CT...
Diamond, White Gold
26712 Tiffany & Co Platinum 0.23ct Diamond Mini Open Circle Pendant 16" Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany platinum necklace weighs 2.7g 12 round diamonds, total carat weight is 0.23ct Diamond F color VS1 clarity Pendant measures 2.8mm wide Mini size open circle pendant Necklace i...
Diamond, Platinum
0.25 Carat Diamond & Pink Sapphire Circle Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.25 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Circle Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Sapphires 0.25CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style 2.7 gram 6/8 inc...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1 CT Circle of Life Diamond Necklace 14k White Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Diamonds Approx. Total Carat Weight: 1.06cttw Diamond Color: H Diamond Clarity: I1/I2 Stone Cut: Round Metal Choice: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 38mm ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jazz Round 0.90 Carat Diamond and Platinum Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Necklace Box - Certified Appraisal Retail Value: $8,000 + Tax = $8,620
Diamond, Platinum
1.51 Carat 18 Karat Gold Invisible Set Circle of Life Necklace
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K Gold Beautiful Circle of Life Pendant with 15 2.75 mm Round Diamonds on the circle and 1 3.5 mm Round Diamond on the bottom with total weight of 1.51 Ct Invisible Set Diamond nec...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Carved Circle Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
1950’s Mid-Century Jadeite Jade pendant. Hand carved multi shade green mottled round pedant with an 18k yellow gold bail. GIA certified mottled green, natural with indications of imp...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Pink Tourmaline Taper Baguette Diamond Circle Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Art Deco Pink Tourmaline Taper Baguette Diamond Circle Gold Pendant Necklace. This 14 karat gold stunning pendant is a mesmerizing blend of sophistication and grace, where lustrous...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Sterling Silver Circle Link Station Necklace 31" - 925 Flat Snake Chain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Chain Style: Flat Snake Necklace Style: Chain Circle Link Station Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Chain Width: 1/8" (3.1mm) Width at...
Sterling Silver
0.76 Carat Filigree Circle Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
This contemporary natural diamond pendant necklace features a circular statement design with intricate yellow gold scrollwork arranged within a diamond-set outer frame. An off-centre...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pave Diamond Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Circle Shaped Pendant For Her.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Circle Shaped Pendant For Her.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Contemporary Pavé Diamond Graduated Circle Drop Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely necklace features a trio of graduated circles set in a vertical drop at the center of the piece.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct White Gold 0.5ct Diamond Circle of Life Necklace, Italy Circa 2000
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 White Gold 0.5 Carat Diamond Necklace "Circle of Life" Eternity Necklace The beautiful Diamond set Ring Shaped Pendant is topped with a pretty rose gold highlighted Heart ...
Diamond, White Gold
925 Sterling Silver Circle Shaped Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Necklace For Her
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Circle Shaped Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Necklace For Her.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold 35mm Circle Pendant Necklace Large
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Atlas 18K White Gold 35mm Circle Pendant Necklace Large Metal: 18K white gold Gold weight: 11.60 grams Pendant: 35mm(1.38") in diameter, LARGE size Silk Cord: Tiffany 18" blac...
White Gold
0.39ctw Diamond Cluster Interlocking Circles Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold 16"
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.27ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - I1 - Natural Diaonds - Total Carats - 0.12ctw Cut - Single Color - G...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.47ctw Diamond Eternity Circle Pendant Necklace 14k Gold 16.25" Cable Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.47ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - E - G Clarity - VS2 - SI1 Metal: 14k White Gold Weight: 4 Grams Stamps: 14k Chain St...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Milano "Cicladi" Kinetic Circles Pendant Necklace In 18Kt White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Kinetic Cicladi necklace chain designed by Bvlgari. This is a beautiful necklace-chain created in Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari, around the 1990-2000. The necklace is kineti...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold and Graduated Round Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace 18.0"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: 18 round cut= 0.45cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: the necklace measures 18.0 inches in length Weight: 2.78 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold and Graduated Round Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace 18.75"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 20 round cut= 0.50cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1-SI2 Dimensions: the necklace measures 18.75 inches in length Weight: 2.39 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
7.89 Carat Rainbow Taper Cut Gemstones Diamond Circle Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
7.89 Carat Rainbow Taper Cut Gemstones Diamond Circle Gold Pendant Necklace. This vibrant and eye-catching pendant is expertly crafted in 14-karat gold, featuring a stunning array o...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Ioli...
Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Interlocking Circle Pendant Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold interlocking circles pendant chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
18k Gold, White Gold
Modernist Geometric Circle Square Cube and Tiger's Eye Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Late 20th century Mexican modernist necklace featuring different sized sterling silver square cubes, circles and tiger's eyes cubes.
Tiger's Eye, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Circle Link Stud Earrings & Necklace Set 16" 925 Clip-Ons
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Style: Stud, Large Stud Earrings Necklace Style: Link Necklace Style: Link Fastening Type: Clip-On Closures (earrings) Fastening Type: Tab Box Clasp (...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Black Onyx & Diamond T Two Circle Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A sleek and graphic statement of modern luxury, this Tiffany & Co. Tiffany T Two Circle Pendant Necklace balances bold geometry with timeless elegance.
Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry 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.
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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.