Enamel Butterfly Necklace
2010s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Labradorite, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s European Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s French Romantic Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s British Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Enamel
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces
Silver
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s English Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Silver
Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Jewelry
Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Cuff Bracelets
Silver
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-18th Century European Renaissance Revival Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings
Mixed Metal
Antique 1820s British Early Victorian Brooches
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yel...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Enamel, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Enamel, Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Topaz, Turquoise Matrix, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
20th Century Mexican Modernist Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
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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, 2022What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
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