Meira T N16221/YE 14K Yellow Gold Four Leaf Clover Necklace
By Meira T
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Meira T N16221/YE 14K four leaf clover necklace with emeralds weighing 0.58 carat total and diamonds weighing 0.06 carat total.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$949Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Pave Diamond Clover Necklace Round Diamond Dainty Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pave Diamond Clover Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,106Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Pave Diamond Clover Necklace Round Diamond Dainty Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pave Diamond Clover Necklace is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Irish Shamrock Clover Charm 14-Karat Yellow Gold, Diamonds & Emerald
Located in New York, NY
A small authentic Irish shamrock clover charm in 14-Karat yellow gold, diamonds, and Emerald gemstone center, from Ireland. A great piece for a necklace or attach to your favorite ch...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Flower White Pearl Crystals Clover Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Flower White Pearl Crystals Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Constructed from polished gold plat...
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Vintage Massive White Clovers Leaf Flowers Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Vintage Unisex Massive Huge White Enamel Clovers Leaf Flowers Layer Chunky Pendant Modernist Elegant Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. on...
Gold Plate
0.40 Carat Pave Diamond Clover Necklace 14 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k White Gold 0.40ctw Pave Diamond Clover Necklace Material: 14k White Gold Diamond Details: Diamonds are approximately 0.40 carats of Pave set, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. All di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Heart Locket with Engraved Clover and Elongated Chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
The locket measures 1 3/8" long with bail by 1" wide and has pretty hand engraved clover or 3 leaf shamrock design. The pendant includes an 18 7/8" 14K yellow gold elongated link cha...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
DoDo 'Uno sue mille' Italian Necklace by Pomellato Lucky Clover
By Pomellato
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
DoDo 'Uno sue mille' Italian Necklace by Pomellato DoDo 'Uno sue mille' Italian necklace by Pomellato, in a long 18K yellow gold chain with a four-leaf clover, in hallmarked white g...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$850Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.04 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Clover Necklace in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Minimalist Gemstone clover necklace/ Lucky clover necklace/ Diamond flower Gemstone/ Gold necklace/ Wedding necklace/ Gifts for her Clover necklace, flower necklace, Handmade jewelr...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$996Sale Price / item|20% Off
0.04 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Clover Necklace in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Minimalist Gemstone clover necklace/ Lucky clover necklace/ Diamond flower Gemstone/ Gold necklace/ Wedding necklace/ Gifts for her Clover necklace, flower necklace, Handmade jewelr...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Diamond Three-Leaf Clover Necklace 18" - 14k Single .12ctw Shamrock
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: SI2 - I1 Total Carats: .12ctw Style: Three-Stone Cluster Chain...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.01 Carats Total Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Clover Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic pendant necklace, featuring a clover made of four round brilliant cut diamonds with a princess cut diamond at the center, set on a beaded bezel.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Clover Cluster Necklace 14K White Gold G SI
Located in New York, NY
All Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length. .
Diamond, White Gold
Convertible Four Leaf Clover and Four Heart Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold convertible four heart necklace with round faceted natural diamonds weighing 0.38 carats total. The four heart assembles together magnetically to form a four leaf cl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift rose gold Diamond Clarity Grade vs - si Setting Style Prong Type Necklace Metal Purity 14k Colored ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Pearl Necklace Clover Flower Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THE AMETHYSTS ARE SET IN A WONDERFUL CLOVER FLOWER MOTIF PENDANT WITH A PEAR SHAPE DROP ADORNED WITH PEARLS IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD.
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luck Yellow Gold Enamelled Clover, Ladybird & Luck on Chain in 18ct Good
Located in London, GB
18ct Good Luck Yellow Gold Enamelled Clover, Ladybird & Luck on 16 1/2″ Chain. Additional Information: On 16 1/2" Adjustable Chain Total Weight: 2.5g SMS5231
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
4.40 Carat Clover Mosaic Sapphire Necklace with 0.70 Ct Dia in 18k Gold ref1247
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features three mosaic clusters center of vivid blue sapphires (approximate weight 4.40 carats) in the shape of a clover, surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.30 Carat Clover Mosaic Sapphire Necklace with 0.35 Ct Dia in 18k Gold ref1246
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features a single mosaic cluster center of vivid blue sapphires (approximate weight 1.30 carats) in the shape of a clover, surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.40 Carat Clover Mosaic Emerald Necklace with 0.40 Ct Dia in 18k Gold ref1289
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features a mosaic cluster center of bright green fine emeralds (approximate weight 1.40 carats) in the shape of a clover, surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Keys Clover Diamond Necklace 25 1/2" - White Gold 18k Skeleton Key
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Collection: Keys Design: Clover Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Chain Styl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Forged Iron Vintage French Chandelier with Pierced Clover Motif Pattern
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French four-light forged iron chandelier with quatrefoil pierced motif. This mid-20th century French black iron chandelier has an open, center body adorned with pierced clovers, an...
Metal, Iron
Large 12-light Wrought Iron Chandelier with Clovers and Foliage Decorations
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and unique large 12 lights chandelier is made of wrought iron with clovers and foliage decorations. This is a French work. Circa 1950
Wrought Iron
Brazilian Aquarela 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Ridgefield, CT
Kaloi Jewelry Collection, Handcrafted in Brazil, 18 karat yellow gold, 19 inches / 48.3 cm long, gemstone pendant necklace. This elegant gemstone necklace features a ‘lucky clover’ ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 0.20ct Diamond Pendant Necklace PN16290-W
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A clover-shaped pendant makes this 14K White Gold necklace a charming addition to any ensemble.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.20ct Diamond Pendant Necklace PN16291-Y
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
At the center of a delicate 18 chain, youll find a clover-shaped pendant measuring 0.32 round. Sparkling Diamonds totaling 0.20 carats provide the perfect finishing touch.This jewelr...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$158Sale Price|20% Off
LB offers Vermeil Nepalese Pendant Carnelian Agate Venetian Glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vermeil( gold over 925 Sterling Silver) clover shaped inlaid pendant , with coral and turquoise, from Nepal.
Agate, Carnelian, Coral, Turquoise, Vermeil
BNIB Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Malachite Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Forest Park, GA
Pendant: Clover-shaped malachite with unique natural veining.
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price|20% Off
LB offers Reed Barton SS whistle Pendant Amber MOP Crystal Czech glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Reed and Barton Sterling Silver Four leaf Clover patterned Whistle Pendant from the 70’s . Composite Large Amber faceted beads( purchased at L...
Amber, Sterling Silver
Citrine and Diamond Lace Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold by Georland France
By Georland
Located in La Jolla, CA
GEORLAND 18k Yellow Gold Lace Citrine & Diamond Pendant Necklace Citrine and Diamond Lace Pendant Necklace features a 10.58 carat Square-shaped Citrine with 72 Round Brilliant Diamo...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$105Sale Price / item|50% Off
Garnet Oval Shape Cluster Halo Pendant in 925 Silver Jewelry Gift for Sister
Located in New York, NY
Each garnet is securely set and encircled by a halo of dazzling cubic zirconia stones, adding a touch of brilliance and enhancing the vibrant color of the garnets. The pendant's ele...
Garnet, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$110Sale Price / item|50% Off
Art Deco Oval Cut Citrine Birthstone Halo Pendant in 925 Silver Jewelry for Gift
Located in New York, NY
Each garnet is securely set and encircled by a halo of dazzling cubic zirconia stones, adding a touch of brilliance and enhancing the vibrant color of the garnets. The pendant's eleg...
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,358Sale Price|20% Off
EDWARDIAN 1910 Enameled Four-Leaves Clover Brooch In 14Kt Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
The symbolism Behind a rare four-leaf Clover Pendant is said to bring luck to whoever finds one.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARO3MG00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The necklace comprises of the iconic 4-leaf clover motif pendant set with a malachite inlay, complemented by a beaded edge.
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARO49N00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The necklace comprises of the iconic 4-leaf clover motif pendant set with a carnelian inlay, complemented by a beaded edge.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Vintage Massive Huge Large Gold Interlocked Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1972 Vintage Massive Huge Extra Large Textured Clover Flower Oval Interlocked Openwork Pendant Modernist Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
$894Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Gold Diamond Key Necklace Diamond Faith Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond key necklace, Diamond faith necklace, Faith key necklace, everyday diamond necklace, gift for daughter, 14k gold Faith necklace, Diamond Key, Clover necklace, Wedding neckla...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,041Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Gold Diamond Key Necklace Diamond Faith Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond key necklace, Diamond faith necklace, Faith key necklace, everyday diamond necklace, gift for daughter, 18k gold Faith necklace, Diamond Key, Clover necklace, Wedding neckla...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Malachite Magic Alhambra Long Necklace VCARO3MG00
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The necklace comprises of the iconic 4-leaf clover motif pendant set with a malachite inlay, complemented by a beaded edge.
Malachite, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 4.50 Carat Diamond Clover Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Old Mine cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 4.50 carat. Circa late 1800s 1 3/4 inch diameter
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage CHANEL Gold CC Clover Charm Accent Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1996 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 20 inches chain length Comes with bo...
Gold
1 Pc Pave Diamond Clover Shape Charm Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
1 Pc Pave Diamond Clover Shape Charm Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Diamond Pendant Personalized handmade gifts for loved ones Light weight can be worn everyday Diamond Clarity Grade: V...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Clarissa Bronfman Garnet Clover Diamond 14k SolidGold Medallion Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Custom Clover Medallion consists of: Custom made signature pendant Red garnets weight 10.75 carats Diamond encrusted rim Diamond in the center 0.95 carats 14k gold Brilliant cut diam...
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold 6.12tcw Green Tourmaline Four Leaf Clover Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This vintage brooch pendant is a wonderfully symbolic and highly wearable design, crafted in yellow gold as a four leaf clover set with 6.12 carats total weight of green tourmaline.
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
GIA Clover Shape Diamond and Oval Ruby Pendant Necklace, Platinum
By D'Deco Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A Clover Shape Diamond and Oval Ruby Pendant Necklace made in Platinum.
Diamond, Ruby
Vintage Gemstone Four Leaf Clover Charm or Pendant of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A vibrant jewel of mid-century design, this vintage clover charm (circa 1960s) is crafted in solid 18k gold, stamped “750” to indicate its purity. Each leaf of the clover is set with...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
4.14 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Clover Brooch/Pendant in White Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Can also be worn as a pendant.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clear Grey Glass Flower Chandelier, 1960s, Italy
By Carlo Nason
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage grey clear glass flower or clover leaf chandelier or pendant by Carlo Nason, 1960s Italy.
Stainless Steel
Antique English Clover Blue Enamel 15 Karat Gold Pearl Pendant Brooch Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The elegant piece of jewellery has a detachable brooch fitting that can also be worn as a pendant. The outline of the clover is decorated with blue guilloché enamel.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel, Silver
$7,382Sale Price|49% Off
NWT 14, 763 18KT Gold Large Clover Solitaire Glittering Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is A Rare 18KT White Gold Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Glittering Gorgeous Diamonds forming a Clover!!! The Diamonds are o...
Diamond, Gold
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gripoix Ruby Huge Four Clover Love Heart Brooch Pendant
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Haute Couture Arty Gripoix Huge Ruby Red Cabochon Four Clover Heart Love Pendant Choker Necklace Modernist Elegant Chunky Statement Brooch, Gold Tone Very exc...
Gold Plate
Vintage Platinum Diamond Sapphire Clover Brooch Pendant BURMA No Heat GIA 12.40c
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A fabulous piece circa the early 1950s done in platinum and set with approximately 8.40ctw in G-H color Vs1-2 clarity baguette diamonds with the center stone being an old European c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Large Yellow Gold Jade & Pearl 4 Leaf Clover Charm Pendant Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Jade - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Green Color - 15.4x11.3mm each (approx.) (5) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Bead Shape - White Color - 5.4mm-7.1mm...
Jade, Pearl, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold Diamond Clover Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dazzle in luck and luxury with this 18KT white gold four leaf clover diamond pendant necklace. Adorned with 0.47CT-TW G-VS round and princess-cut diamonds, the pendant exudes sophist...
Diamond, White Gold
Coin Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Brass Clover Cuba Star J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measuring 23.5 inches in length, the design features an assembly of symbolic elements, including a central historical star coin pendant, clover motifs, and small cross elements detai...
Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Four Clover Flower Circle Linked Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Robert Goossens Vintage Arty Vivid Textured Large Four Clover Blossom Flower Charm Pendant Circle Round Linked Monderist Elegant Bracelet, Gold Tone Very exce...
Gold Plate
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.
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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.