Yellow Gold Chunky Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace 6.8g 28 Inches. Italian style chain large chunky curb Cuban clinks oval shaped, long chain necklace 28 inches.
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Textured Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Circa 1980s Made in Italy 39 inches
18k Gold
18ct yellow gold chunky large link curb cuban necklace.
Located in London, GB
18ct yellow gold chunky large link curb cuban necklace. Weight 35.5G Length 19 inches Hallmarked.
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace Gold Curb Link Layering Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace Gold Curb Link Layering Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN The Chain Choker is handcrafted in solid silver finished with heavy 14k gold plating, drawing on nin...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Long Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated twisted wire sterling silver curb link long chain necklace. Marked Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for ...
Sterling Silver
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Belcher Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Belcher Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace 31.1g 28 Inches Chunky 9k yellow gold large curb cuban link chain necklace elongated plain solid gold. 9ct yellow gold b...
Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold 34 Inches Curb Link Long Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional design by Bvlgari, this eye-catching 34-inch necklace combines sleek blackened silver with radiant 18K yellow gold in bold curb links, creating a dramatic interplay of...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Edwardian Curb Link
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Makers Mark S B & S Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian Albert chain, previously used as a pocket watc...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver twisted wire curb link chain necklace. Dimensions: L17.32 in x 0.34 in.
Sterling Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Chunky Graduated Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 16.00 inches Width: 12.60 mm Weight: 29.05 grams Unisex handmade 18K yellow gold vintage graduated, hollow curb link chain. En...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Milor Italian 18k Yellow Gold Graduated Interlocking Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.4 Grams Chain Type: Graduated Interlocking Curb Link Chain Chain Length: 17 Inches Chain Thickness: 2.6mm (at the center of the necklace) C...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Yellow gold chunky curb cuban link rope chain necklace 7
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow gold chunky curb cuba link and rope chain combination chain necklace 22 inches length.
Yellow Gold
Solid Platinum 4.2mm Wide 22" Long Curb Cuban Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid .850 Platinum Weight: 33.46 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: 22" measured next to ruler Chain Width: 4.2mm (0.16")(approx.) Chain Thickness: 1.5mm Clos...
Platinum
"Fleurette" Multi-Sapphire Flower Cluster & Curb Link Chain Necklace, 18K Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
Sapphire Cluster "Fleurette" Station Curb Link Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Make a vibrant statement with this spectacular Multi-Color Sapphire "Fleurette" Cluster Station Necklace.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yello...
Italian 14k Yellow Gold 18" Puffed Wide Curb Link Bold Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Super substantial Curb Link Italian Made necklace! Material: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 173.18 Grams Chain Type: Polished Puffed Curb Link Chain Length: 18 inches in wearable l...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vintage 1985 Twisted Curb Link Chain Necklace in 22K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This vintage 22K yellow gold chain necklace, crafted in 1985, exemplifies the rich color and superior purity that only high-karat gold can deliver. The Singapore chain construction f...
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Faceted Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold watch chain adapted to a necklace featuring 3-dimensional faceted links separated by faceted curb links to a spring ring and lobster clasp. Stampe...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diammond & Gold Curb Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Curb link Choker Necklace In Two Tone Gold. The necklace consists of twenty-five 18k yellow gold links, and nine diamond encrusted 18k white gold links at the front.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Italian 14k Yellow Gold 22" Flat Interlocking Squared Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold - Italian Weight: 10 Grams Chain Type: Flat Interlocking Squared Curb Link Chain Chain Length: 22 Inches (measured next to ruler) Chain Width: 4mm (0....
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid & Heavy 925 Sterling Silver Curb Link Mens' Chain Necklace, 78.2gr 55.5cm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Solid 925 Sterling Silver Curb / Cuban links mens’ chain featuring luxurious bright (polished) finish Of desirable length – 55.5cm – 21.8” & solid weight - 78.2gr., complet...
Sterling Silver
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold 11.98ctw Multi Gem Rainbow Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Length: 16.00 inches Width: 7.55 mm Weight: 43.31 grams Ladies 14K yellow gold vintage curb link chain. Engraved with "585". In excell...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Unique 14k Yellow Gold 20" Squared Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 20.73 Grams Type: Unique Squared Cuban Curb Link Length: 20" measured next to ruler Link Width: 4.4mm (0.17") Link Thickness: 1.7mm (approx....
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid & Heavy 925 Sterling Silver Curb Link Mens' Chain Necklace, 126gr, 58.5cm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Solid 925 Sterling Silver Curb / Cuban links mens’ chain, featuring luxurious bright (polished) finish Of desirable length – 58.5cm – 23” & solid weight - 125.5gr., completed b...
Sterling Silver
Solid & Heavy 925 Sterling Silver Curb Link Mens' Chain Necklace, 130gr, 58.5cm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Solid 925 Sterling Silver Curb / Cuban links mens’ chain, featuring luxurious bright (polished) finish Of desirable length – 58.5cm – 23” & solid weight - 130.5gr., completed b...
Sterling Silver
Solid & Heavy 925 Sterling Silver Curb Link Mens' Chain Necklace, 123gr. 64.5cm.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Solid 925 Sterling Silver Curb / Cuban links mens’ chain featuring luxurious bright (polished) finish Of desirable length – 64.5cm – 25.4” & solid weight - 123.2gr., completed ...
Sterling Silver
Antique 18k Gold 59" Unique Alternated Curb & Twisted Long Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 13.61 Grams Chain Type: 2mm Alternating Curb & Twisted Open Long Link Chain Chain Length: 59 Inches Chain Width: 2.5mm (at the panel link) Cla...
18k Gold
Monet Gold Plated Curb and Ball Link Chain Collar Necklace circa 1980s
By Monet
Located in London, GB
Monet fabulous 22ct triple gold plated curb and ball link chain necklace. Measuring length approximately 50.8 cm / 20 inches by width 3.7 cm / 1.45 inch.
Gold Plate
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Curb Link Victorian Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Victorian Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain. This exquisite...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Curb Link Chain ID Logo Necklace, Spring 2015
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD ruthenium tone curb link chain necklace featuring an ID tag embossed CHANEL.
Alex Jona 18K Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace, Italy, 45cm Length
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold curb link chain necklace set with 31 flat links.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Antique Curb Link Chain
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This antique curb link chain is made in rich 14k yellow gold and comes from the early 1900s. This chain is continuous and does not feature a clasp or lock. This creates a sleek and c...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
O.P. Orlandini for UnoAErre Vintage Italian 14k Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
By UnoAErre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Italian 14k gold curb‑link chain necklace is a signed design by O.P.
14k Gold
Unique Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 24.5" Curb Link w/ Rope Chain Stations Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 5.4 Grams Chain Type: Curb Link Chain w/ Rope Link Stations Chain Length: 24.5" Inches (measured next to ruler) Chain Width: 1.2mm (at the cur...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nicolis Cola 17" Polished Curb Link Chain Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Nicolis Cola
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous classic curb link gold chain is expertly crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Heavy 14k Yellow Gold 8.7mm Wide Flat Curb Herringbone Link 16" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 59.15 Grams Chain Type: Wide Flat Herringbone Curb link Chain Length: 16 inches Chain Width: 8.7mm (0.34")(approx.) Closure: Push Clasp w/ Saf...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold 24" Textured Beads Multi Chain Curb Link Sections Unique Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 23.61 Grams Chain Type: Sections Beads & Multi Curb Link Chain - Unique Link Chain Length: 24 Inches Chain Width: 6.1mm (0.24") (at the beads)...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Dollar Coin Rose Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18K Rose Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coins Great Value Chain Length 19 inches
Rose Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$600Sale Price|29% Off
Vintage Dollar Coin Curb Link Yellow Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18K Yellow Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coin Great Value 22 Inches Length 30 mm coin diameter
Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage Dollar Coin Rose Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
18K Rose Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coins Great Value Chain Length 19 inches
Rose Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18k Gold GIA 32ct Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Style Prong Set - Blue Color - No Heat - Ceylon - Approx 32ct ** See Certification Details Below for Compl...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.84ct 14K Rich Green Asscher Cut Emerald Curb/Cuban Link Chain Necklace Chocker
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable emerald necklace in gold. This extravagant piece features a stunning natural Asscher cut emerald that showcases a rich dark green color and excellent to very good clarit...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Milky Way Necklace — Curb Link Chains with Cabochon Tanzanites and Skull Details
Located in Helsinki, FI
Celestial elegance meets edgy sophistication in this one-of-a-kind Milky Way necklace. A multitude of layered curb link chains form a fluid, sculptural composition, punctuated by lum...
Tanzanite, Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold 161/2 Inch Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Makers Mark J G & S (John Grinsell & Son) This beautiful Edwardian Albert watch chain necklace is crafted from 9ct ...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Italian Curb and Infinity Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 18k gold chain has a great presence on the neck. Its long length allows it to be worn once or twice to create a stylish layered look alone or paired with other chains. ...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow gold chunky curb Cuban chain necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow gold Cuban chain necklace. Chunky curb cuban link chain necklace 9ct yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
Yellow gold chunky curb cuban chain necklace
Located in London, GB
22ct yellow gold curb cuban link chain necklace Indian Asian wedding ceremony. 22ct pure gold chain necklace hallmarked Anchor link chain for everyday or Indian Asian wedding engag...
Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 23 Inch Fine Curb Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning 1920s curb link chain is crafted from 18ct yellow gold stamped on the clasp, ensuring its authenticity. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian 19.5 Inch Fine Curb Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain 15ct Yellow Gold Tagged Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian-era curb link chain is crafted from 15ct yellow gold with a tiny 15ct tag ensuring its authentic...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Silver Cabochon Turquoise Large Cluster Flower Pendant Curb Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Turquoises (center) - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color - 18.5x13.1mm (approx.) (16) Natural Genuine Turquoises - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 10k Gold Pear Garnet Pearl Lavalier Pendant Curb Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Garnet - Pear Cut - Bezel Set - Brownish Red Color - 6.5x4.5mm (approx.) (14) Genuine Cultured Seed Pearl & (1) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round S...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Carnelian Spinner Seal Fob with Curb Link Handle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Seal Fob 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham Date letter worn Makers mark C e & FPC Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Introducing a stunning 9ct gold seal ...
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1907 Baumgold Bros. 14k Yellow Gold 41" Curb Link Long Chain & Slider
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This stunning antique 14k yellow gold curb link long chain with slider is a chain lovers delight.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Curb Link 18.5 Inch Chain with Barrel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian-era curb link chain is crafted from 9ct yellow gold, which has been thoroughly tested to ensure its auth...
9k 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
Antique 9ct Gold, 15 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain Hallmarked Birmingham 1923
Located in Brighton, GB
This beautiful petite curb link chain is stamped 9 and 375 on each and every link, which is a testament to its high quality and authenticity.
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold 21 1/2 Inch Curb Link Chain with Lobster Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Curb Chain 9ct Gold Circa 1970s The chain measures approximately 21 1/2 Inches and 2mm in width. Weight 9.6g All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or P...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Rose Gold, 16 1/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain, Birmingham Hallmarked 1920
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1920 Makers Mark K & D Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold 1920s Albert chain that was previously used as a...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Fine Curb Link 19 1/4 Inch Chain, Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain 15ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian-era curb link chain is crafted from 15ct yellow gold, which has been thoroughly tested to ensure...
Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage Slide Necklace 18k 14k Yellow Gold 28" Heart Lariat Curb Chain Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage curb link slide necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (chain) and 14k yellow gold (hearts).
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9ct Rose Gold 20 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Watch Chain With T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
This beautiful petite curb link chain is stamped 375, which is a testament to its high quality and authenticity it features two matching swivel dog clips and a 28.5mm t-bar, making i...
9k Gold, Rose 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.
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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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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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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.