$2,616 / item
H 0.79 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in
Gemini Zodiac Pendant –14K Solid Gold – Astrology Necklace By Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
: Emerald (May Birthstone – Growth & Prosperity) 💚 Lab Alexandrite (June Birthstone – Transformation
Diamond, Alexandrite, Emerald, 14k Gold
$3,149 / item
H 0.79 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in
Gemini Zodiac Pendant –18K Solid Gold – Astrology Necklace By Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
: Emerald (May Birthstone – Growth & Prosperity) 💚 Lab Alexandrite (June Birthstone – Transformation
Diamond, Alexandrite, Emerald, 18k Gold
$8,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $16, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Diamond Adjustable Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Cut Diamond Adjustable Choker Necklace. Necklace contains 3CTS of Beautiful
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Carved Coral Tanzanite Art Deco Style White Gold Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This utterly fabulous Art Deco inspired design necklace is a unique treasure to add to your
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gemstone Necklace in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut emerald, ruby, sapphire pieces and
Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow ...
Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
by artisans assembled with Australian opals,diamonds,emeralds and fire opal. Necklace Total Weight
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
$6,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.25 in D 0.5 in L 20 in
Tutti Frutti Necklace in 18K White Gold with Diamonds and Gemstones
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. I am always on the lookout for these pieces. This necklace I had made for me as I collected carved
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$49,500
W 1.65 in L 20.25 in
Monumental Scale Lalaounis 18k Gold Double Rams Head Necklace 38 Inches Long
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This 18k yellow gold Lalaounis double rams head lariat necklace is a truly magnificent example of
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$12,760Sale Price|57% Off
W 1.19 in D 0.4 in Dm 7.88 in L 5.12 in
7.61 carat 2in1 Champagne Diamond Necklace with Pearl Tassel and ascent diamonds
Located in New York, NY
the necklace is truly unique, featuring cultured pearls and natural emerald beads. This tassel can be
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Gold
Handcraft Owl 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Sapphires Opal Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
with diamonds,sapphires,opals,emeralds,mother-of-pearls barrels and onyx balls Necklace total weight
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cross Brooch Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
, clarity, and cut, F-G/VVS). The pendant hangs on a 24” long 18 carat white and gold necklace set with 1.66
Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Flower Pendant Necklace with Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is made in 18K yellow gold with golden daffodil flower on a side
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Tourmaline Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features natural amethyst in octagon cut, golden daffodil flower
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Kalani 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Peridot Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Pear-cut Peridot (1 pcs) 3.87 carat, Marquise-cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.20 carat
Emerald, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Flower Pendant Necklace with Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features golden daffodil flower on a side, natural petrol green
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Floral Pendant Necklace with Tourmaline and Topaz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features golden daffodil flower on a side, natural topaz, and
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Daffodil Flower Pendant Necklace with Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features golden daffodil flower, natural smoky quartz, and long
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
$7,584Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$9,480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,314Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 2.76 in
9Kt gold pendant sculpture "S.Lucia" with Rubies and Emeralds
Located in Roma, RM
Pendant dedicated to the powerful Saint Lucia. Its name means light, from the Latin Lux, a name intended at the time for babies born at first light. St. Lucy's hand holds a twig with...
Emerald, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Halle 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Peridot Earring
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Pear-cut Peridot (1 pcs) 3.93 carat ,3*4 Pear-cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.14 carat
Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Tourmaline Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace, named after Mesopotamia, is made of 18K yellow gold with
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Pendant Necklace with Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklaceшы is made of 18 karat yellow gold with a sculptural elephant on a side, natural petrol green tourmaline, and long detachable minty tourmaline drop....
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
14k Yellow Gold Octagonal-Cut Topaz and Diamond Pendant, 21.21 Carats
Located in Warszawa, PL
design. At its center is a natural, unheated topaz in a fancy octagonal cut, with an impressive weight of
Diamond, Topaz, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Set With 0.25ct Criss Cut Diamond
Located in London, GB
The necklace 18ct yellow gold chain is designed to hold the pendant at the centre of the chest
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Garant Peacock Necklace Set In 18K & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Garant Peacock Necklace Set In 18K & Silver Drop
Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Si...
$3,980Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Garant Peacock Necklace Set In 18K & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Garant Peacock Necklace Set In 18K & Silver Drop Necklace
Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Si...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Detachable Green Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace, named after Mesopotamia, features natural citrine, golden
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
5.45CT Green Sapphire Octogonal Cut Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
elegance wearing this gorgeous pendant. One 5.45 carat emerald cut bluish-green sapphire takes center stage
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Tanzanite, Green Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$136Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.64 in W 0.42 in D 0.32 in L 0.64 in
10.35 Carat Laser Cut Faceted Amethyst Gemstone Available For Sale
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape:Emerald Facet/Cut: Laser Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand Known as "the all purpose stone", Amethyst
Amethyst
2.25CTW Mixed-Cut Diamond Pendant in White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Detachable Green Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is made with natural citrine, golden daffodil flower and long
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, R...
Moi Maya Elements of Life Gold and Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 2.49g Gold (18K) : 3.70g Gemstones : Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Hessonite
Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Hessonite, Gold, ...
$18,800 / set
L 18 in
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Diamond Gold PeridotQuartz Azaelia Jardin Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches 41
Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby...
Clarissa Bronfman "Metamorphosis" 14k Gold Diamond Pearl Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17" Brown
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger's Eye...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Elephant Pendant Necklace with Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace, named after Mesopotamia, has a golden elephant on a side
Emerald, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Sapphire, Gold, 1...
$2,880Sale Price|20% Off
L 14.02 in
Carved Onyx Necklace With Multi Gemstone & Butterfly Center In Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:0.850g, Diamond:4.78ct, SiIver:30.662g, CHRYSOPRASE:16.16ct, EMERALD:1.42ct, ONYX:52.9 Size
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling...
2.93CT Spine Cushion Cut Gemstone in 18k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
insider value. Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This gorgeous Cushion Cut Spinel
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Floral Pendant Necklace with Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18K yellow gold with tiny daffodil flower on a side
Emerald, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 1...
$1,172
H 1.38 in W 0.28 in D 0.16 in L 0.35 in
Rock Crystal Silver Pendant Octagon Cut Natural mens jewelry gift male friend
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Quartz Rock Crystal in octagon-cut stone origin - Brazil stone
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver
$10,625 / set
H 1.65 in W 1.65 in L 45 in
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tiger's Eye Bone Carmen Necklace & Ebony Tree Of Life Pendants
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
925 sterling silver 14k gold plated - brown striped ebony - emerald - pave diamond - gold diamond otto
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Hematite, Opal, Tiger's Eye, Rainbow Moonstone,...
Meghna Jewels Yoga 7 Chakra Medallion 14K Gold Diamond Charm Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
- 5.243 gm Gemstone - Amethyst (0.02 Ct), Aquamarine (0.02 Ct), Citrine (0.063 Ct), Emerald 0.021,Garnet
Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Peridot, Citrine, Emerald, Gold, ...
1890s Russian Multi Gemstone 15 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very chic 1890s Russian necklace, beautifully composed with various fine gemstones. The center
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Pe...
1950s Multi Gem 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in South Pasadena, CA
with 3 Amethysts, 1Citrine, 6 Emeralds, 4 pearls, 7 Rubies, 1 Sapphire, and 2 Tourmalines. All total
Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold,...
Australian Black Opal & Diamond 18k Gold Collar Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Great Neck, NY
South Sea pearls, and vibrant emerald and sapphire accents. Created as a unified design, the necklace
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea P...
Baroque Akoya Pearl Necklace with 18 Karat Gold Frog Climbing on 14K Leaf
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Here's something you're not going to see on every other gal in town! This necklace is composed of
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, ...
$718Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.18 in W 0.26 in L 18 in
New 14K White Gold Rectangular Cut Prong Blue Zircon Solitaire Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Blue Zircon - Rectangular Step Cut - Prong Set - Deep Blue Color - 2.09ct
Blue Zircon, Zircon, White Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Portuguese Cut Green Beryl Pendant, 44cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18k Gold Portuguese Cut Green Beryl Pendant features a unique faceting
Beryl, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
Renaissance Tahitian Black Pearl Rubies Tsavorite Diamonds Akoya Pearls Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Genuine Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace with Rubies Tsavorites Diamonds Akoya Pearls of Top Quality
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Tsavorite, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, So...
Bespoke Australian Black Opal Diamond Gemstone 18k White Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This one-of-a-kind bespoke necklace is a striking statement of high jewelry craftsmanship, centered
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...
$5,250Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 0.68 in
3D Star of David Yellow Diamond Necklace Pendant - Luxury Jewish Jewelry Gifts
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Necklace with Fancy Yellow Diamonds by Merkaba Beverly
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, ...
18 Karat Rose Gold Tibetan Pendant Necklace with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
An unusual form makes this Tibetan 18 karat rose gold contemporary pendant necklace an art object
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green ...
Adler Genèva 18kt Tennis & Necklace 53ct Emerald Cut Diamonds Estate Sultan Oman
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Adler Genèva 18 Kt. gold Tennis Bracelet & Matching Necklace set with 53 Ct Emerald Cut Diamonds
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$789
H 0.36 in W 0.24 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.24 in L 0.36 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
beautiful teardrop necklace features a brilliant-cut White Diamond total weight of 0.04 Carat and is hung
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
$1,378
H 0.75 in W 0.36 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.36 in L 0.75 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Diamond Pendant Necklace Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
beautiful geometric necklace feature 2 brilliant-cut White Diamonds, total weight of 0.07 Carat, and is hung
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
$2,385
H 1.34 in W 0.75 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.34 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Round Chain Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
beautiful everyday necklace features 10 brilliant-cut White Diamonds, total weight of 0.18 Carat, and is
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
$1,178
H 0.75 in W 0.28 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.28 in L 0.75 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Geometric Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
. This beautiful geometric necklace features 2 brilliant-cut White Diamonds, a total weight of 0.05 Carat
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
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.
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.
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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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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.