Hard Collar Necklace
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Choker Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Tanzanite, Vermeil
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s Italian Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Retro Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Jasper, Base Metal
Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist More Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Enamel, Gilt Metal
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal
1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1840s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s Danish Artisan Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate, Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1990s Blouses and Tops
People Also Browsed
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dome Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Drop Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century Evening Bags and Minaudières
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s Canadian Modernist Brooches
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s French Etruscan Revival More Jewelry
Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s English Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, 15k Gold
Recent Sales
Vintage 1950s More Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement More Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Mexican Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire
Antique Early 1800s Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Egyptian Revival Pendant Neckl...
Amethyst, Garnet, Gold
Vintage 1980s Brazilian Modernist More Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches
Agate, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Amethyst, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
1950s American Cocktail Dresses
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antiquities
Granite
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s American Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Early 20th Century Philippine Other Textiles
Natural Fiber
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Victorian Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces
Antique 19th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Onyx, 14k Gold
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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.
- What is a collar necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A collar necklace is a type of necklace that typically rests above one’s upper chest, below the nape of the neck. It is 14 inches in length, usually, and is called a collar necklace because it looks similar to the collar of a shirt. A collar necklace can be a simple string or an elaborately fringed, stone-studded or beaded one. For collar necklaces of different styles, shop on 1stDibs today.
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