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Tribal Style Carved Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace with Diamond Spacers
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:3.48ct, Silver:12.9gm, Red Jasper:135.95ct, Agate:1.40ct, MOP:259 Size: 702mmXXMM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Jasper, Multi-gemstone, Silver

Multi Gemstone & Pave Diamond Bead Ball Necklace with Cross Pendant
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt:9.5g, Diamond:4.96ct, Silver:19.88g, Tsavorite:15.29ct, Hematite, 8mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver

Tribal Style Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace with Diamonds Made in Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:5.84ct, Silver:13.96gm, Onyx:128.85, Moonstone:146.20 Size: 582mmXXMM"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Medieval Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Silver

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold. Material: 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k ...

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Material: 18K Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold,...

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Silver Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Silver Gold. Material: 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Crystal, Diamond, W...

Sapphire And Diamond Baroque Pearl Gemstone Necklace
Located in McKinney, TX
21" faceted Sapphire gemstones with diamond shaped Baroque pearl necklace. Magentic clasp closure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire

Green Prehnite Beads and White Diamond Clasp Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Green Prehnite Beads and White Diamond Clasp Gold Multi-Strand Necklace : An unusual and beautiful
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A rare cut of smokey topaz beads in a wedge-like shape offering dimension and stone clarity. Flat
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Sterling Silver

Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
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Multi-color Stone and Diamond Pave Bead necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A unique and modern bead necklace featuring multicolor gemstones set in a pave fashion with diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

Sapphire Beads Cts 526.08 and Diamond Roundel Necklace with 14k Diamond Clasp
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Painstakingly crafted, this necklace has 526.08 carats of gorgeous sapphire beads, 50 diamond
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Certified Multi Gemstone Wedding Necklace with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi gemstone beaded necklace. This stunning piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
elegant diamond beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Beaded Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace style made in yellow gold showcasing a boomerang-shaped pendant micro-pave set with
Category

Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Pearl bead necklace with lock set with diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt bicolour lock set with 0.20 ct diamond on a pearl necklace - 40 cm detailed description The
Category

Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Goshwara Mandarin Garnet and Tourmaline Beads Necklace
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
This Mandarin Garnet Plain Beads with Tourmaline Beads Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold is a stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Rainbow Beaded Ball Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
In honor of #PrideMonth, Sunita presents a rainbow beaded necklace which elegantly dangles. In
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Peridot, Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz...

Alex Jona Blue Diamond White Gold Beaded Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona collection, hand crafted, white gold chain necklace featuring 76 blue diamonds weighing
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Blue Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

14mm Kyanite Bead and 18k Gold Necklace with Diamond Rondelles, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This blue kyanite gemstone beaded necklace is breathtakingly luminescent with its gorgeous silvery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kyanite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Ruby Bead Necklace with Tutti Fruiti Emerald Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Spacers
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Impressive contemporary necklace containing four strands of ruby beads accented with two - 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Faceted Citrine Nugget Beaded Necklace with Garnets and Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
resembles flowing honeycomb, this necklace is both beautiful and fun! Each citrine bead has a "swirled
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Cts 27.10 Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating constellation of colors illuminates your style. Adorned with 8 multicolor gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Beads Cts 188.06 and Diamond Roundel Necklace With 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
diamonds, and make a statement wherever you go with our blue sapphire beads and diamond roundel necklace
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mystic Pink Aventurine With Diamond Shaped Pearls Gemstone Necklace
Located in McKinney, TX
8mm faceted and polished Mystic Pink Aventurine gemstones flanked by diamond shaped baroque pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Oval Turquoise Gemstone Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Elevate your style with the enchanting beauty of this Oval Turquoise Gemstone Necklace, adorned
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold

Carved Onyx & Tiger Eye Ball Beaded Necklace with Diamonds Spacer
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
two gemstones creates a unique visual contrast and adds a sense of depth to the necklace. Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Oval Turquoise Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Turquoise Wt. :- 19.00 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16 Inches Long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Arizona Turquoise Gemstone Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 3.10 Ct. (AVERAGE DIAMOND CL Turquoise Wt. :- 23.45 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16 Inches Long ✦ Sizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold

Baguette Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 2.60 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 22.75 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peridot Cushion Shaped Gemstone and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Peridot Necklace in 18K Gold studded with cushion cut peridot pieces and diamonds. Accessorize your
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Aquamarine, Rubellite and Peridot Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Exquisitely crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this 36-inch necklace features an impressive array of gemstones
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Rubelite, Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine & Rhodolite Beaded Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
accentuate the beauty of the gemstones. This is a light and fun drop necklace with a pop of color with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Rhodolite, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamo...

5.47 Carat ERS and Diamond Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi gemstone beaded necklace. This stunning piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Zambian Emerald gemstone necklace, a true
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Oval Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Necklace adorned with dazzling diamonds and expertly crafted in luxurious 14 karat white gold. Radiating
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Dive into the allure of exquisite craftsmanship with this Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
the radiant backdrop of 18 karat white gold, the gemstone and diamonds exude unmatched brilliance and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
necklace is equipped with an opal and cushion cut diamond platinum clasp. The necklace comprises four bead
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Alex Jona Black Diamond Bead Long Necklace Burnished 18 Karat White Gold
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
, featuring 51.95 carats of black diamond faceted beads. Lenght: cm 90/in 35.43. Alex Jona jewels stand out
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Aquamarine and 18K Gold Beaded Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning aquamarine beaded necklace with 18K gold. The large aquamarines are a combination of
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Peridot & Lemon Quartz Beaded Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
accentuate the beauty of the gemstones. This is a light and fun drop necklace with a pop of color with the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow ...

AJD 19 Inch Multi Color Beaded Sapphire Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sapphire necklace is a lovely way to enhance every ensemble. It is 19 inches of gemstones in green, blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire

SCAVIA Turquoise Spheres Tanzanite Beads Pearls Necklace
By Scavia
Located in Rome, IT
gold, designed to evoke the splendor of ancient seas and the allure of precious gemstones. The necklace
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold and silver lock set with diamonds on a pearl bead necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver clasp set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct on a two-row pearl necklace - 38
Category

Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Judith Ripka Bahama Mama Diamond Gem Pearl Necklace / 80 Grams / 18K Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in Rancho Mirage, CA
Top Quality Diamond, Gemstone and Pearls, top quality, AAA - Diamond is VS/G - Pearl is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold

Impressive Emerald Bead Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive gemstone bead necklace strung with two rows of emeralds, measuring from 6.5 to 15 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Lapis Lazuli and 18K Gold Beaded Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A lovely necklace of natural, slightly graduated lapis lazuli beads with 18K gold beads between
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Multi Gemstone Necklace with an 18k Rose Gold Druzy Heart Clasp
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
set with a .59ctw brown rose cut diamond. Includes an 18k gold webbed clasp enabling the gemstone
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Lapis Lazuli Beads Necklace 14 K White Gold Diamonds Spacers And Clasp
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Color Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli Round Beads Necklace strung with 14k White Gold and Diamonds
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace pearl beads with white gold lock set with sapphire and diamonds 14k
Located in The Hague, ZH
Pearl necklace with a 14k clasp set with sapphire and single/brilliant cut diamond 0.60 ct - F/G
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Cultured Pearl & Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold is a luxurious and stunning piece of jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Long Strand of Kyanite Keshi & Baroque Pearl Necklace 50 Inches
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Long strand of Kyanite gemstone with touches of Keshi and Baroque white and grey color pearls
Category

2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Kyanite

Ole Lynggaard 14k Gold & Blue Tiger's Eye Beaded Collier or Choker Necklace
By Ole Lynggaard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
mm bead Weight: ca. 83.5 grams Gemstone Measurements: 2 Diamonds: ca. 2.5-3.0 mm diameter Items
Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold

Morganite Necklace with Multi Color Gemstone Jubilee Butterfly Clasp and Brooch
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
of multi-colored sapphires, .25 carats of white diamonds, 1.17 carats of champagne diamonds, and a
Category

2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Morganite, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire,...

Aquamarine Beads 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Spacers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
By Joon Han
Located in New York, NY
Faceted aquamarine bead necklace with five diamond spacers in 14 karat yellow gold and a clasp in
Category

2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Sautoir Necklace with Ice Diamond Pebbles
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona sautoir necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, featuring 12 carats of briolette cut black
Category

2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Alex Jona Lapis Quartz Amethyst Silver Beaded Rondelle Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Lapis, Quartz Amethyst Necklace (57 cm long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Silver

David Morris Hematite Bead Necklace with 1.18Ct Dia. 6.24Ct Pink/Yel Sapphires
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
gemstones, and sought by jewellery connoisseurs the world over. This lovely necklace is designed with 2
Category

Vintage 1980s British Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Spinel Quartz Rock Crystal Silver Beaded Rondelle Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Spinel Rock Crystal and Fumé Quartz beaded
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Rock Crystal, Spinel, Crystal, Silver

Lavender Jade, Pearl, Aquamarine, Diamond Mala / Prayer / Meditation Necklace
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Charleston, SC
Aquamarine Beads 26 AAA Quality Pearls 66 Burmese Lavender Jadeite Beads 1 Pearl and 0.60 Carats Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Gemstone Diamond Beaded Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the gemstone diamond beaded necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 298 vintage or 575 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect gemstone diamond beaded necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gemstone diamond beaded necklace over the years, but those made by Alex Jona, Aria Jewelry Design and VR Jewels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a gemstone diamond beaded necklace featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our gemstone diamond beaded necklace for sale are for women, but there are 270 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Gemstone Diamond Beaded Necklace?

The price for a gemstone diamond beaded necklace starts at $96 and tops out at $275,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,369.

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.