Edwardian Jade Necklace
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Steel, Silver Plate, Niello, Cut Steel
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Gilt Metal, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Platinum
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s American Edwardian More Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Russian Empire Cufflinks
Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Scarves
1990s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Artist Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Romantic Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
20th Century Figurines and Sculptures
Jade, Silver
Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Link Necklaces
Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Jade
2010s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Crystal, Base Metal, Brass, Copper
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Jade, Onyx, Natural Pearl
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century Russian Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Jade, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cocktail Rings
White Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 9k 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022In China, a circle jade necklace usually means eternity. The Chinese associate jade circles with the sun and the heavens and call them “ping an kou.” Find a range of jade necklaces from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.