Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NEC...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber Goddess Portrait Festoon Necklace with Navajo Concho's and Garnets
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
This one of a kind drop necklace with festoons features an antique Art Nouveau French porcelain portrait dating to the late nineteenth century.
Garnet, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber Sacred French Portrait of Christ, Amethyst and Onyx Festoon Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
• Very fine antique French sacred porcelain portrait of Jesus • Four antique Austro Hungarian filigree links with amethyst and original clasp • Ten 10 mm black onyx high dome caboc...
Amethyst, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gold-filled, Mixed Metal
Victorian Sterling Silver Moonstone Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning moonstone necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This gorgeous necklace is comprised of a multitude of moonstone links, which hang in a festoon style from a sterling si...
Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Moonstone Graduated Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning moonstone necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This gorgeous necklace is comprised of moonstone links which hang in a festoon style from a fine sterling s...
Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
The locket also features a bail, which connects the piece to an accompanying festoon-style rolo chain. Four sterling silver balls decorate the festoon necklace, and further add to th...
Sterling Silver
Arts & Crafts Sterling Moonstone Zircon Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning moonstone necklace from the Arts & Crafts era (ca1910s)! This incredible piece is crafted in sterling silver and comprised of stunning moonstone and blue zircon links. The...
Moonstone, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Bib Festoon Necklace #17645
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Bib Festoon Necklace- This vintage festoon style necklace with multi chain graduated swags is crafted in classic sterling silver.
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian 99.39tcw Amethyst & Sterling Silver Festoon Necklace 1915
Located in Towson, MD
One antique sterling silver necklace circa 1915, exemplifying the refined elegance of Edwardian craftsmanship.
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber Fine Antique Goddess Cameo with Natural Turquoise Festoon Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
The overall length of this one of a kind necklace is 19.50 inches. • Antique Georgian period Goddess Cameo measuring 2.25 x 1.50 • Six natural shaped Hubai turquoise cabochon festoo...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber Fine Antique Venetian Micro Mosaic Turquoise Festoon Drop Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
This one of a kind Elizabethan inspired drop necklace with turquoise festoons from my Wisdom Collection features an antique sterling oval pendant with highly detailed raised eight po...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
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H 2.2 in D 0.41 in L 1.25 in
VICTORIAN Bohemian 1880 Gilt Festoon Necklace With 112.90 Ctw In Natural Garnets
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian large festoon necklace with Bohemian red garnets. This is a fabulous and rare antique festoon Bohemian necklace created in England during the late Victorian era, back in t...
Garnet, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Jill Garber One of a Kind Angels and Talisman Charms Love Token Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
At the center of this one of a kind Love Token Festoon necklace is a large sterling silver antique figural winged cherub angel.
Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Rare
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND PEAR SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL ACANTHUS LEAF MOTI...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular diamond and pearl festoon necklace from the Victorian (ca1850) era! This incredible handmade piece is crafted in 18kt gold topped with silver. Delicate rose cut diamond...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian French Bresse Bressan Enameled and Paste Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning French Bresse Bressan enameled necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in sterling silver, this wonderful piece features incredibly vibrant enameled...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Teardrop Black Onyx Sterling Silver Festoon Necklace
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
This piece is absolutely fabulous!! This necklace features teardrop-shaped black Onyx stones dangling from the entire length of the necklace. The longest teardrop is at the center o...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular garnet necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This stunning 18kt yellow gold necklace features three garnet cabochons hanging in a festoon style from a fancy snake c...
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
1950s Mellerio dits Meller Paris Emerald Diamond Plat. Bracelet
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
This Estate bracelet by Mellerio features five stunning Emerald-cut Emeralds float within a braid of baguette and round brilliant-cut Diamonds, in a platinum setting. This unique bra...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$1,217
Size: French 42
Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" F/W 1975 Runway Silk Majorelle Blue Long Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Fall Winter 1975 Long dress in a stunning Majorelle cobalt blue, crafted from a luxurious viscose & silk blend jersey. Key features include a fla...
$2,268
Size: UK 6-10 (Small to Medium).
1970’s BEN KAHN Shaggy Long Brown White Striped Skunk Coat - Real Fur Jacket
Located in Sheffield, GB
A truly remarkable 1970’s coat by American designer & furrier Ben Kahn. Similar examples can be found in the New York Metropolitan Museum. This superb, plush striped fur coat c...
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...
CHRISTIAN DIOR By JOHN GALLIANO F/W 2007 Hourglass Suit FR40
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall Winter 2007 Glen-check Hourglass Suit Brand: Christian Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: Fall Winter 2007 Fabric: 99% Wool, 1% Cashmere,...
Dolce & Gabbana Strapless Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning fine silk leopard print bustier dress from Dolce and Gabbana. Ruching emanating from the center front creates a flattering cinched waist, in contrast the back is unadorned...
Loris Azzaro Blue Draped Silk Crepe Gown, Circa 1970
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Paris, FR
This long gown by Loris Azzaro, dating from the 1970s, captures the designer’s fascination with Grecian-inspired sensuality and fluid construction. Crafted in France from azure blue ...
$14,808
Size: DRESS: S/M - SHOE: 38
Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Knit Dress, Cardigan & Boots Runway Ensemble, FW 1994
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Chanel ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1994 ▪ Fabric: Wool with clear sequin embellishment ▪ Dress / Cardigan Size: S/M ▪ Shoe Size: EU 38 ▪ ...
Gorgeous Thierry Mugler Couture SS 1997 Houndstooth Ensemble
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
This beautiful Spring Summer 1997 Thierry Mugler Couture LES INSECTS Collection Skirt Suit (Jacket and Skirt) captures legend Manfred Thierry Mugler at his most iconic: bourgeois tai...
Gianni Versace A/W 1992 Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Pants With Chain Trim
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece supple black leather motorcycle jacket and pant set from Gianni Versace's A/W 1992 Collection. The jacket is motorcycle style with a lapel collar, zipper front clo...
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1993 Silk Siren Dress Evening Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
From the moment it glided down the runway, this look distilled the sensual precision that defines Thierry Mugler’s early-’90s mastery: a vision of sculpted femininity rendered in liq...
Fabrice Couture Silk Beaded Camisole and Skirt Set 1990s
By Fabrice, Fabrice New York Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous 2 piece set skirt and camisole set from Coty award winner designer Fabrice's Couture collection in black semi sheer silk covered in glass beads and with sequin accents. Th...
YVES SAINT LAURENT F/W 1987 Collectors Runway & Campaign Bow Dress FR42
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall Winter 1987 Runway / Campaign Dress FR42 - Illustrated by René Gruau Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Yves Saint Laurent Collection: Fall / W...
$28,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 7.35 Carat Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA Certified 7.35 Carat Natural Unheated Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum Sapphire and Diamond Ring features a large Cushion Cut Purplish Pink Sapphire surrounded by 22 R...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
F/W 1998 Thierry Mugler Runway 'Lingerie Revisited' Black Tuxedo Halter Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1998 “Lingerie Revisited” collection, this black halter dress fuses classic menswear tailoring with feminine sensuality. Debuting on the season's ru...
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.
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