De Beers Diamond Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Early 2000s American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pink Diamond
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s French Modern Link Bracelets
Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Modern Brooches
Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
People Also Browsed
1990s French More Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s English Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s British Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Post-War Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s American Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Gold Plate
2010s Singaporean Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Band Rings
Platinum
1990s Band Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Mid-20th Century American Choker Necklaces
Early 2000s French Artist Cuff Bracelets
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1960s French Artist Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Recent Sales
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rhodium
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rhodium
Early 2000s More Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s English Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s French More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century North American Modernist Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Modernist More Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modern Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Other
21st Century and Contemporary British More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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 ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Where De Beers gets its diamonds varies. The diamond supplier operates mines in Botswana, Canada, Namibia and South Africa. De Beers guarantees that all of its gemstones are ethically sourced and conflict-free, and it employs transparency policies that allow customers to know the origins of the diamonds they purchase. Shop a variety of De Beers diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are De Beers diamonds worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, De Beers diamonds are generally worth it. The luxury jewelry maker has exceptionally high standards for gemstone quality. As a result, jewelry produced by the company only features diamonds with color ratings of D to L, clarity ratings of FL to SI2 and cuts of Excellent and Very Good. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of De Beers diamond jewelry.
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