Handmade Diamond Cross on Diamond Chain
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful diamond cross with black diamond accents. This unique piece is hand crafted in platinum and has a vintage feel. 5.80 carats of diamonds plus 1.20 carat reddish black ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Platinum
1.25 Carat Diamond Angel Skin Quartz Sapphire Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade platinum chain with later catch. 17.5 inches. 3 old mine cut diamonds, I SI-I approx. 1.25 total carat weight 14 step cut baguette blue sapphires, approx. .38cts Platinum ...
Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Platinum
Platinum GIA 3.08ct Ceylon No Heat Sapphire Solitaire Pendant Handmade Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Cornflower Blue Color - No Heat - Ceylon - 3.08ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complet...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant w/ Handmade Open Work Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond- 0.28ctw (exact) (1) Synthetic Emerald - Lozenge Shape - Milgrain Bezel Set - Gree...
Diamond, White Gold, Platinum
Platinum GIA 1.02ct Old Mine Cut N VS2 Diamond Solitaire Pendant Handmade Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Handmade Open Link Chain! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Rectangular Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - N Color - VS2 Clarity - 1.02ct (exact - certified) **See Certification D...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Handmade 1.98ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
- Zambian Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace - Platinum - 18kt Yellow Gold Prong set - Oval Zambian Emerald in the center - Emerald: 1.98CT - Platinum Diamond Halo - Diamonds 1.1...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
16.45 Carat Diamond Mid Century Platinum Station Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Spectacular diamond bezel set long chain necklace. This stunning necklace is adorned with 78 round brilliant cut bezel set diamonds in a handmade platinum diamond chain. 58 In...
Diamond, Platinum
Orange Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 6.00 ct. orange pink tourmaline oval with 0.21 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Chain is 18".
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Brown Diamond and White Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.07 ct. brown diamond pear shape with 0.16 ct. white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Length of chain is 18".
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 0.42ct Diamond Pendant Heart Motif Filigree Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Accented by four filigree hearts surrounding the central diamond, and delicate milgrain beading. Tests as platinum, Indiscernible hallmarks to clasp. Pendant measures 1" in length ...
Diamond, Platinum
.99 Carat Old European Diamond Platinum Victorian Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This pendant necklace is a perfect blend of classic style and intricate craftsmanship, embodying the grace and refinement of the Victorian era. 1 Center diamond EGL certified .99ct,...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
White Rosecut Diamond Handmade Chain Necklace in Platinum
By Great Diam
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rose Cut Diamond Has Its Own Legacy From Moghul - Victorian And Georgian Era. The Setting Style Was Different From Period By Period. 122 Precisely Hand Picked White VVS Rosecut Diam...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Prasi Handmade Necklace 18K Yellow Gold & Platinum
By Prasi
Located in São Paulo, SP
Our hero’s handmade links —crafted in Italy from gleaming eighteen-karat yellow gold and platinum — are sleek and they contour perfectly the curve of your neck.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Platinum Handmade 24.72 Carat Long Diamond by the Yard Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Handmade Diamond by the Yard Necklace in Platinum. 130 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 24.72 carat total weight, G-H in color and VS-SI in clarity are expertly set. The Neckl...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
W 0.75 in L 1.5 in
Handmade Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold with Platinum Chain and Peridot Briolette
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Handmade Marquise shape wire dangles with platinum chain suspended inside and across the upper width of the earrings.
Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian Natural Pearl Platinum Long Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful Victorian 1900 totally handmade long chain with a spring ring catch. 195 natural silvery white high lustre pearls on a totally handmade Platinum chain.
Natural Pearl, Platinum
9.15 Carat Diamond by the Yard Chain Handmade Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Made in Platinum this handmade diamond by the yard is truly amazing. Each diamond is almost a quarter of a carat, and all 40 diamonds make this necklace a stunning 9 carat jewel. Qu...
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Small Paperclip Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Handmade Platinum Small Paperclip Chain Diamond Dog tag Charm Sold Separately *** Length 25.5" CHN134-PT-Small Platinum Small Paperclip Link Chain 25.5" 20+ Gauge, Small Paper ...
Platinum
Faye Kim Platinum Handmade Mini Marquise Link Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Platinum Handmade Mini Marquise Link Necklace is both classic and versatile, and is certain to become a must have in every jewelry wardrobe.
Platinum
Sold
W 0.55 in L 6.5 in
Vintage 18k Gold Platinum Diamond & Emerald Handmade Textured Wire Work Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold & Solid .900 Platinum (Tested) Weight: 54.82 Grams Chain Length: Will fit up to a 6.5 inch wrist (inside diameter) Clasp: Push Clasp w/ Underside Safe...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
GRS Unheated Sri Lanka Yellow Sapphire and White Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely spell bounding 80.26 ct. unheated Sri Lanka yellow sapphire octagon with 20.00 ct. good quality white diamond rounds around the stone and white sapphire rounds on the chai...
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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H 0.56 in W 0.43 in L 16.5 in
Antique Art Deco Platinum Diamond Shield Pendant Handmade Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.45ct (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut & Single Cut - Pave...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Handmade Platinum 16" Open Link Chain Necklace w/ Spring Ring Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 2.4 Grams Chain Type: Open Paperclip Like Link Chain Length: 16 inches Chain Width: 1.3mm (approx.) Clasp: Spring Ring Clasp End Loop Dimensions: 2.5...
Platinum
GIA White Diamond Cushion Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 5.30 ct. white diamond cushion I SI2 in a bezel set mounting. Handmade in platinum. Length of chain is 18.5". Comes with GIA certificate.
White Diamond, Platinum
Estate White Diamond Oval Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous white diamond pendant necklace featuring a 0.76 ct. white diamond oval with 0.60 ct. white diamond rounds in a handmade platinum mounting and chain. Perfect for everyday or...
White Diamond, Platinum
Blue Sapphire and White Diamond Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1.05 ct. blue sapphire pear shape with 0.88 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Chain can be included for an additional charge.
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Bow Brooch Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
The chain is handmade platinum of the same vintage (1880 - 1890) as the brooch.
Diamond, Platinum
White Diamond Round and Baguette Cross Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing estate cross pendant necklace showcasing 2.95 cts. of good quality white diamonds in a handmade mounting with a sturdy platinum chain. Length is 18".
White Diamond, Platinum
Estate Green Tourmaline, Sphene, and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful necklace showcasing a 8.52 ct. green tourmaline oval and two 7.70 ct. green sphene stones. 0.93 ct. good quality white diamonds. 18" length for chain. Handmade platinum mo...
Tourmaline, Platinum
Estate Brown Diamond and White Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.34 ct. brown diamond round with 1.41 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade platinum mounting and chain. 18" length.
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Estate Red Tourmaline and White Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous raspberry red tourmaline heart shape weighing 2.10 ct. with 1.25 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade platinum mounting and chain.
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Sold
H 1.9 in W 1.2 in L 17 in
Antique Belle Epoque 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Ruby Large Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stock Number: MK-460113396 Belle Epoque Large Dangle Pendant, with Platinum Handmade Chain.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Diamond Heart Pendant & Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
Together, these diamonds total approximately 3.25 carats, shimmering with timeless elegance and charm. Metal: Platinum Chain; Handmade 20 inches, platinum Diamond Weight: Approx. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Rare 12.32 Carat Type lla Heart Shaped Diamond Pendant
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Certified by the GIA as a type lla, this one-of-a kind diamond is chemically the purest of diamond types featuring exceptional optical transparency and an absence of nitrogen, result...
White Diamond, Platinum
Rarely seen, Handmade Platinum Chain Necklace
By F Vergano
Located in Troy, MI
Handmade in Italy, this solid platinum neck chain is 16" long x 3mm Wide.
Platinum
Handmade 40″ long Diamond Platinum Chain necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This classic elegant Antique design handmade link chian necklace is crafted in solid platinum, set with approx. 20 round diamonds approx. 1.30 carats, H-I Color, Vs2 – SI2 Clarit...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond by the Yard Platinum Cable Link Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
Now this is what I call diamonds by the yard with quality. Solid Platinum cable link chain with handmade Platinum rims, each set with a well cut F, VS diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian European Rose-Cut Diamond Platinum Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Authentic Edwardian 1910 Platinum top, 14k gold handmade Diamond pendant necklace with original handmade platinum chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
Ruby Oval and Diamond Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 2.04 ct. ruby oval with 0.82 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Length of chain is 16".
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Estate Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1.18 ct. bright green emerald pear shape with 0.03 ct. good quality white diamond round. Handmade in platinum. Chain length is 16".
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Edwardian Diamond Pearl Platinum Open Work Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
The center contains an early oval cut colorless diamond. Platinum handmade chain. Circa 1915. crt 1 oval diamond, approx. total weight .45cts, D – E, SI1. 20 old European cut dia...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Turquoise Oval Cabochon and White Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful big turquoise oval cabochon with good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Chain is 19.5" in length.
White Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Natural Platinum Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade jadeite jade diamond pendant necklace. vintage 1930 necklace with Platinum top over 14k yellow gold with handmade Platinum top link chain and Platinum link separators and s...
Jade, Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Diamond Delicate Pendant/Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Delicate edwardian american diamond lavaliere / pendant necklace withn old mine cut diamonds and handmade platinum chain
1950s Platinum 15 Diamond By The Yard Bezel Set Necklace
Located in New York, NY
One Platinum And Diamond By The Yard Chain/Necklace consisting of 15 full cut Diamonds Each approx. .20pts each beautifully bezel set and comprising of a handmade open link platinum ...
Diamond, Platinum
1950s Platinum Diamond by The Yard Bezel Set Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
One handmade bezel set Diamond By the Yard chain necklace consisting of 21 fine quality high shine full cut diamonds weighing approx. 2.25 ct American made in the 1950s, with beautif...
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Open Work Diamond Platinum Pendant with Leaf Design
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and Old Mine Cut Diamonds Open Work Pendant Designed with Numerous Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Centering a .70 Carat Diamond Embellished with a Diamond Vail Comes with Origina...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Shield Shape Honeycomb Design Diamond and Onyx Platinum Pendantt
Located in New York, NY
Two Large Cabochon Cut Sugar Loaf Onyxes On Top Of Piece Measuring 7mm Each..May Be Worn With a Black Ribbon Or a Platinum And Diamond Or Pearl And Platinum Chain. Handmade In The 19...
White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Art Deco GIA Certified 7.03 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Deco platinum, diamond and emerald pendant-necklace/brooch convertible, the lozenge-shaped pendant set in the center with an emerald-cut, fancy yellow diamond weighing 7.03 carat...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Alex Soldier Diamond Sterling Silver Snail Pendant Necklace on Chain Handmade
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
Pendant includes 18-inch blackened silver chain. Pendant diameter: 17.5 mm. Handmade in NYC.
Diamond, Platinum, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1950s Diamond Platinum Brooch 14 Carat
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exceptional Van Cleef & Arpels diamond brooch c.1950. The central cluster of seven round brilliant cut diamonds are encircled by a half outer curve of marquise diamonds. The centr...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald and diamond necklace with an very important look. 12.05 carats of fine green emeralds. 28.04 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds. 18k white gold The de...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Emilio Jewelry 30.00 Carat Red Carpet Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry a dealer located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, Featuring an array of hand picked diamonds, a necklace created by our master Jeweler a guaranteed show stopper...
Diamond
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
$146,699Sale Price|59% Off
NWT $366, 747 Rare Fancy 18 Karat Gold Gorgeous 40 Carat Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 40CTS of Be...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Vera Wang Black and White Strapless Ball Gown Wedding Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Montgomery, TX
Here’s a refined and professional product description tailored for 1stDibs: Vera Wang Black and White Strapless Ball Gown Wedding Dress – Fall 2014 Collection A rare and iconic pie...
$113,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 60 Carat Diamond Floral Necklace Platinum
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Important exquisite grand diamond floral necklace platinum, high jewelry circa 1950's. 354 total diamonds, approximately 60 carats total. 146 round diamonds approximately F/G color ...
Diamond, Platinum
$155,250
Oval Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional piece! 27.61 carats of GIA certified oval diamonds all D,E,F,G colors set in platinum. Each diamond measures .90 to 1 carat. The ovals are all superb cuts with mat...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Ebel 11 Carat Multi-Cut Diamond & Platinum Manual Wind Secret Watch
By Ebel
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Ebel Diamond and Platinum Bracelet With A Hidden Manual Wind Watch. Set in platinum, with over 11 carats in mixed cut natural diamonds. This vintage (circa 1940-1950) wristw...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Yellow and White Diamond Earrings
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An impressive pair of diamond earrings! Each of the four diamonds are certified by GIA! 6.80 carats of Fancy Light Yellow diamonds, VS2. 2.01 carats of white, F color diamonds, SI...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$127,917
Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in London, GB
A diamond Riviere necklace, consisting of fifty-six graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds ranging from 0.3 to 2 carats, weighing a total of 34.5 carats, all cut-down set in silver to ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Buccellati Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace in 18K Gold
By Buccellati
Located in Houston, TX
Buccellati necklace composed of 18K yellow and white gold with diamonds and pearls. There are 11 carats of rose-cut and round brilliant-cut diamonds and 15 light gray cultured pearl...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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.