Colorful Necklace
1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire
2010s Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Swedish Chain Necklaces
Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Silver Plate
Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Other, Brass
2010s American More Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline,...
2010s North American Modern Link Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Garnet...
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Vermeil
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Rose Gold...
1990s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Mandarin Garnet, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Shakudo
2010s Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Jade, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
2010s Japanese Artist Drop Necklaces
Quartz, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces
Early 2000s Greek Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
1990s American Link Necklaces
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Enamel
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 1...
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s French Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Silver
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Irish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Fire Opal, Silver
Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Modern Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Greek Revival Link Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary English Choker Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023What color necklace is best for men depends on individual preferences. Men who prefer a cooler look can choose sterling silver, white gold, platinum and other metals. For a necklace with a warm glow, yellow gold, rose gold and copper are good options. Men's necklaces can also feature colored gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds. You're free to wear any type of necklace that appeals to you, as there are no rules when it comes to jewelry. Find a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
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