Sold|$19,595
Victorian Diamond Set Necklace Centre Piece
Located in London, GB
An elegant pearl and diamond necklace with an exquisite 1840s diamond centrepiece strung to a four-row pearl and diamond collar, from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London ...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Sold|$34,460
Yellow Gold and Diamond Ribbed Collar
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold and diamond graduated ribbed collar, to the centre a diamond set spray detail with round briliant-cut, square-cut and baguette-cut diamonds set on 18ct white gold betwe...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' White Gold Diamond Emerald and Onyx Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18 karat white gold, the pendant is designed as a panther head, set with approximately 3.5 carats of sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds, and featuring enchanting emera...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold
Cartier Double Heart 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The necklace: Designed as collar composed of two rows of interconnecting heart shaped links in highly polished eighteen karat yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$9,000
Carved Jade & Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Carved jade bead and diamond collar necklace, designed as a diamond-set link necklace to a front section composed of a diamond-set 'ribbon' motif suspending a fringe of carved jade b...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$20,000
Bulgari Pearl Diamond Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pearl and diamond collar necklace, composed of alternating round pearls and circular-cut diamond-set 'X' motif links, with 28 pearls measuring approximately 7mm in diameter and diamo...
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$62,000
Gold & Pavé Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
'Honey comb'-style pavé diamond collar necklace, set with 503 circular-cut diamonds to the front weighing approximately 37.42 total carats, the back section in polished ribbed gold, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany, Atlas 18k and Diamond Collar
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
18k and Diamond Collar Necklace En suite with Bracelet, Earrings, and similar ring (all sold separately).
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Sold|$13,500
Stefan Hafner Gold Diamond Collar Necklace
By Stefan Hafner
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold diamond collar necklace crafted by Stefan Hafner, set with approx. 10.05ctw in VS/GH diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage HS Diamond Collar Necklace 31.37 Carats 18k
Located in Mammoth Lakes, CA
A Stunning Vintage Diamond Collar 18K Yellow Gold Total Carat Weight 31.37 Comprising of eleven handcrafted individual 18K sections, each section pave' with 84 brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond Collar on 18ct Gold Woven Mesh
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A beautiful vintage gold and and diamond collar style necklace in a contemporary designer style.
Diamond, Gold
Sold|$18,500
Buccellati Diamond Collar Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Atlanta, GA
18k yellow and white gold Buccellati collar necklace with 28 round diamonds weighing 1.12 carats. 99.0 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$36,400
Cluster Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in La Jolla, CA
Three-row Diamond Cluster Collar Necklace in 18k White Gold.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chic French Diamond Collar
Located in New York, NY
A very chic neck collar with a pave diamond design on each end. The collar has hidden hinges on each side and adjusts to two sizes.
Sold|$35,000
Turquoise and Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique Turquoise and Diamond Necklace in the form of a Shirt Collar with a beautiful Diamond Bowtie.
Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$210,000
Boucheron Salome Diamond Collar Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Greenwich, CT
Art Deco-style “Salome” collar necklace, designed as a series of arches suspending arrangements of circular and square motifs, set with 52 princess-cut diamonds weighing approximatel...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$26,000
Roberto Coin Nabucco Diamond Collar
By Roberto Coin
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Roberto Coin Collection: Nabucco Metal: Rose Gold Metal Purity: 18k Total Item Weight (grams): 228.4 g Necklace Length: 15 inches Width: 1.5 Inch Stones: Round Bril...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$45,000
Beautiful White Gold Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This beautiful collar necklace is crafted in 18K White Gold and is embellished by approximately 15cts. diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$25,000
Tiffany & Co. Gold & Diamond Collar Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
Textured, three-strand link collar necklace, mounted in 18k yellow gold, set with circular-cut diamonds weighing approximately 5.75 total carats, signed Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Buccellati Gold, Sapphire Diamond Collar Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Greenwich, CT
Collar necklace, composed of elegantly hand-chased and pierced 18k yellow and white gold links, each link set with alternating larger oval-shaped blue and yellow sapphires with round...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...
Sold|$4,350
Roberto Coin Gold & Diamond Collar Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Greenwich, CT
Woven gold mesh collar necklace, accented by five round-cut diamond bar stations, mounted in 18k yellow gold, signed Roberto Coin. 16" approximate length and 0.5" width.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$4,000
Greek Gold Ruby Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 22k gold collar necklace set with approximately 0.35ctw of H/VS-SI diamonds and 0.16ctw of rubies.
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
Sold|$50,000
Bulgari Yellow Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
WE WILL TRY OUR BEST TO MAKE YOU HAPPY! 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace by Bulgari 1990's collar necklace by Bulgari, beautifully made with several rows of pave-set brilliant-...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$9,000
Marina B Yellow Gold Diamond Collar Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Greenwich, CT
Collar necklace, composed of geometric-motif links in polished 18k yellow gold, with three elements at center pavé-set with nineteen colorless round diamonds weighing approximately 1...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$45,000
David Webb Gold Pavé Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
Collar necklace, designed with textured foliate-style gold flexible links accented by pavé diamond links and sections, set with 123 round diamonds weighing approximately 8.80 total c...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BULGARI Gold, Hematite & Pavé Diamond Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Greenwich, CT
Geometric, flexible-link collar necklace in 18k yellow gold and hematite, with triangular-shaped pavé diamond sections, signed Bvlgari.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$48,000
DAVID WEBB Gold & Pavé Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
Foliate-style link collar necklace, designed with textured gold flexible links, accented by pavé diamond sections in platinum, the necklace mounted in 18k yellow gold, signed "Webb" ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Sapphire 14.4 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A spectacular ornate collar necklace - in its original fitted presentation box - by the esteemed Bell Brothers of Doncaster.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver
Retro Yellow Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This retro necklace fabricated in 14k yellow gold features geometric links interspersed with round diamonds set atop 14k white god stations. The necklace contains approximately 110 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Black Onyx & Pave Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
Collar necklace, designed with large fluted black onyx panels, separated by five pavé diamond and yellow gold links to the front, as well as eight yellow gold links to the back, with...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Victorian French Old Rose Cut Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
This stunning French-made piece is crafted in sterling-topped 18kt yellow gold and has a collar-length design. The necklace is comprised of 10 curved panel links, each formed by a ro...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Mikimoto, Diamond Collar Necklace, 6.61 cts, AA Pearls, Platinum
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
Mikimoto collar necklace, set with 44 diamonds weighing 6.15 cts, F-G VS, platinum.
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
14K 22.55ctw Diamond Collar Necklace - Exquisite & Elegant Statement Piece
Located in Holtsville, NY
Unleash the untamed beauty of nature with the Magma Blaze Black Diamond Necklace by Jeweltique. This exquisite piece is a testament to the fiery energy of volcanic eruptions, encapsu...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Straight from Italy's finest craftsmanship, comes this elegant and breathtaking collar necklace. This 18K Italian yellow gold textured necklace is prefect for evening wear with its t...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H. Stern 26.15 Carat Pink Tourmaline 4.45 Carat Diamond Collar
By H. Stern
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18kt. yellow gold slightly tapering contoured ribbed design necklace made by H. Stern. The front of the necklace is channel set with 84 faceted pink tourmaline totaling approx 26.15 ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1970s 195 Carats of Multi-Colored Stones Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
One Ladies Multicolored Stone Necklace Designed With 195 Carats Of Semi Precious Stones Consisting Of Pear Cut Aquamarines,Citrines Pink Tourmalines,Green Tourmalines,Amethysts And G...
Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k...
4.20 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace, Yellow Gold Open Curb Fancy Link Design
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An imposing diamond set collar necklace that's just WOW! Set with a total of 60 brilliant cut diamonds each approx. 3.0mm diameter and with a combined carat weight of approx. 4.20ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
2.25 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace, White Gold Franco Link Chain, Pre-Owned
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
The necklet is set with nine round brilliant cut diamonds, mesuring between 4.0mm-4.10mm diameter, in rub-over collar mounts.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$6,486
Diamond Gold Collar
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Heavy 18ct gold and diamond collar; the necklace is in the form of woven fabric and at one side has a brilliant cut diamond set motif, the diamonds weighing 0.20ct.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$13,000
Diamond Scalloped Link Collar Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, designed with alternating bezel-set full-cut round diamonds and round-cut diamond-set scalloped links, with 168 diamonds weighing approximately 6.00 total ca...
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$13,000
Diamond Platinum Scalloped Link Collar Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, designed with alternating bezel-set full-cut round diamonds and round-cut diamond-set scalloped links, with 168 diamonds weighing approximately 6.00 total ca...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$13,400
Platinum and Diamond Flower Collar Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, showcasing a variety of diamond-set floral motifs, in platinum.
Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$3,730
Diamond Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
One 18kt yellow gold and diamond collar style style necklace. This pre-owned piece certainly makes a statement.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Foliate Diamond Platinum Collar Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, designed in a foliate vine motif with diamond-set leaves and accents, in platinum, signed Tiffany & Co., circa 1999. 793 diamonds weighing 6.37 total carat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Marlene Stowe Diamond and Gold Signature Collar
By Marlene Stowe
Located in New York, NY
18k Yellow Gold and platinum, diamond collar. The collar is .5 inches wide at the closure and 1.5 inches at the widest point.
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gold & Diamond Scalloped Collar Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Open, scalloped diamond collar necklace, set with circular-cut diamonds weighing approximately 40.00 total carats, mounted in 18k yellow gold, circa 1984, numbered NY53891, signed VC...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold|$18,500
1990s Diamond Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Portland, ME
14k White gold diamond collar necklace. The open work wide collar is set with small round diamonds measuring 1 inch wide, and suspends graduated drops of bezel set diamonds measuring...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$18,000
Channel-Set Baguette-Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, showcasing 86 baguette-cut diamonds weighing approximately 15.48 total carats, the diamonds channel-set in platinum. 16.25" long.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Sold|$7,800
Bezel-Set Diamond 3-Row Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, featuring three rows of bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamonds set in polished 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Gold
Sold|$6,550
White Gold Baguette Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Graduated Diamond Collar Necklace Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14k Stone: Round and Baguette Diamond Carat total weight: Approx. 16.3 ctw Length: 18 inches width: 7.4...
Diamond, White Gold
Sold|$16,500
Ilias Lalalounis Etruscan Revival Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Dallas, TX
Hinged torc necklace featuring two chimeras with diamond collars and ruby eyes.
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
One of a Kind Unusual Gold Rough Diamond Pendant
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Artist's head is a rough diamond approx. 8 - 9ct, measuring 15.2mm x 15.3mm x 11.2mm, with two green diamond eyes and white diamond collar.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$50,000
Diamond Cluster and 'Draped' Link Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Diamond collar necklace, composed of baguette-cut diamond 'draped'-style links alternating with round-cut and marquise-shaped diamond cluster links, in 18k white gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
King Charles Cavalier Enamel Diamond Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully detailed reddish brown, white and black enamel, wearing a diamond collar and heart-shaped tag, Phenomenal extra-heavy solid gauge 18K gold. 1 1/4" x 3/4."
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Emerald and diamond pendant necklace, designed with a detachable pendant centering a cabochon-cut Colombian emerald weighing approximately 18.26 carats, within a circular-cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
M. GERARD A Magnificent Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Necklace
By M. Gérard
Located in Greenwich, CT
A magnificent cabochon emerald and diamond collar necklace, designed as a series of fifteen oval cabochon emerald and circular-cut diamond clusters with diamonds scroll motif interse...
Diamond
18 Karat Gold, Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire French Bulldog Pendant 'Olive'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Handmade by Amy's esteemed European artisans in 18K-yellow gold, 0.35ct. diamond collar inlay, 0.33ct. heart shaped ruby dog tag, 0.23ct. pink sapphire ears and 0.04ct. unique cut ca...
Carnelian, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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.