Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Solitaire Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Platinum Diamond Solitaire Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z151796 Listing Title: Harry
Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Diamond Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulously placed in platinum to create a stunning interplay of light and
Diamond, Platinum
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston Round Cut Diamond Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Harry Winston 18K White Gold 0.04 ct Total Weight Round Cut Diamond & Zalium Pendant Necklace 30
Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$56,000Sale Price|20% Off
HARRY WINSTON Heart Shape 2.15 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Harry Winston pendant features a stunning 2.15-carat natural heart brilliant cut diamond. The
Diamond, Platinum
Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Important Harry Winston Diamond 23 Carat Certified Emerald Pendant Necklace An 18k gold and
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Harry Winston 18K White Gold & Zalium Pendant Necklace 30
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Harry Winston 18K White Gold & Zalium Pendant Necklace 30" 0.04 ct Diamond Signed & Numbered A
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Harry Winston Symbols Platinum 0.72ct Diamond Cross Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
in estate condition, this Harry Winston Platinum 0.72 Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace comes with
Diamond, Platinum
$162,500
W 0.38 in L 15 in
Harry Winston 3.63 Carat Heart Shape D VS1 Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Harry Winston Title: Harry Winston 3.63 Carat Heart Shape D VS1 Diamond Platinum
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Sapphire and Diamond Bib Necklace and Ear Clips
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Experience the epitome of luxury with the exquisite Harry Winston Sapphire Diamond Necklace and Ear
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston, Platinum and Diamond Pendant Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Platinum And Diamond Pendant Earrings By Harry Winston. Set With Two Pear-Shaped Diamonds 5.56ct
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Pear Shaped Diamond 0.50ct E-VVS1 Platinum Micropave Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No: 31420601 ■Brand: HARRY WINSTON ■Name: Pear-Shaped Diamond Micropavé Pendant ■Material
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Harry Winston Diamond Cluster and Emerald Drop Brooch/Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
weighing 0.79 carat. Both Emeralds are AGL certified. Signed by Harry Winston Circa 1965 Comes with its
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Harry Winston 18K Gold Diamond Cabochon Burma Ruby Heart Pendant Choker Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Harry Winston 18K Gold Diamond Cabochon Burma Ruby Heart Pendant Choker Necklace An incredible
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston D Color IF Clarity GIA Certified Diamond Pendant or Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Simply the best! Harry Winston Diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 10.40carat Pear Shape
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Lily Cluster Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Lily Cluster Pendant Necklace by Harry Winston. With 1 marquise and 45 round
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 5.63 Carat Heart Shaped Diamond Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
VS1 clarity. Signed by Harry Winston. Accompanied by GIA Report #16836660 and Harry Winston
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Pear Shape Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
appearance. Designed by Harry Winston, the necklace features a pendant that is set with a majestic center
White Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Pear Diamond Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in London, England
A beautiful Winston Cluster by Harry Winston diamond cluster pendant, featuring five pear shaped
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond and Ruby Whistle Pendant by Harry Winston
By Harry Winston
Located in San Antonio, TX
18k gold diamond set whistle pendant set with 1.08 carats of diamonds and .61 carat of rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Lily Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harry Winston
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful necklace by Harry Winston draws upon nature's elegance and inspiration. The lily pendant
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Harry Winston 'Forget Me Not' Diamond Flower Pendant in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in London, England
A vintage Harry Winston ‘Forget Me Not’ diamond flower pendant necklace set in platinum. From a
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Heart Pendant, Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harry Winston
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Signed petite Harry Winston diamond heart pendant, with 29 round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.59
Diamond, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Diamond, Emerald and Pearl Platinum Dangle Pendant Chain Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
This Harry Winston necklace is crafted from platinum and weighs 10.3 grams, featuring a 17” chain
White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Harry Winston 2.65 CTW Diamond Platinum Contemporary Loop Station Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Philadelphia, PA
closure Stamped for platinum Numbered with maker's mark for Harry Winston Circa: 2020; form the Diamond
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Ribbon Pendant / Brooch
By Harry Winston
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A Harry Winston diamond ribbon brooch from the 1970s, which can be beautifully worn as a pendant
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond "Marquesa" Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Diamond "Marquesa" Pendant Necklace by Harry Winston This pendant designed as a cluster of two
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Ear Pendants circa 1960s
By Harry Winston
Located in New York City, NY
Impressive diamond and platinum ear pendants by Harry Winston, circa 1960s. These wonderful pendant
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Pendant-Earclips
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Pair of , Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Harry Winston Pendant-Earclips. Composed of alternating
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston Symbols Platinum 0.72ct Diamond Cross Necklace HW21-112624
By Harry Winston
Located in Southampton, PA
in estate condition, this Harry Winston Platinum 0.72 Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace comes with
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Harry Winston "Lilly Cluster" Pendant, necklace Platinum and suspended from an 18 inch
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston 1.00 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Harry Winston
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Harry Winston diamond cluster pendant necklace in platinum. This Harry Winston necklace features 5
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Garland Diamond Fashion Pendant in 950 Platinum 2 CTW
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Garland Diamond Fashion Pendant in 950 Platinum 2 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 121193
Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Diamond Heart Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A platinum pendant or brooch in the shape of a heart, set with 14 brilliant cut diamonds, 19
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklet
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous modern Harry Winston necklace features a delicate fine platinum pendant set with
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Platinum Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2013 Harry Winston Belle Collection Diamond Solitaire Platinum pendant necklace, center
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Symbols Pear Shaped Diamond 1.90ct Cross Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Winston ■ Product Name: Symbols by Harry Winston,Pear-Shaped Diamond Cross Pendant ■ Model Number
Diamond, Platinum
HARRY WINSTON Symbols By HW Heart Shaped Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:HARRY WINSTON Retail Price: 2,134,000YEN(JPY) Name:Symbols by Harry Winston, Heart-Shaped
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Forget Me Not HW Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:HARRY WINSTON Retail Price:JPY913,000YEN（included tax) Name:Forget Me Not By Harry Winston
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Harry Winston Pink Sapphire Diamond Platinum Forget Me Not by HW Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:HARRY WINSTON Retail Price:JPY913,000YEN（included tax) Name:Forget Me Not By Harry Winston
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Harry Winston Turquoise Diamonds 750 18kt Yellow Gold Whistle Pendant Top Charm
By Harry Winston
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:HARRY WINSTON Name:Whistle pendant top Material:Turquoise, diamonds, sapphires, 750 K18 YG
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Traffic Large Diamond Pendant and Earrings Set
By Harry Winston
Located in DALLAS, TX
Traffic large diamond pendant with 2 = baguettes and 8 = round brilliant cut diamonds approximately
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Harry Winston Traffic Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
", Pendant Length: 26.30 mm, Pendant Width: 15.00 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: Traffic Cross Pendant
Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond and Mother-of-Pearl Whistle Pendant Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Crafted in 18k gold yellow gold by the famous jewelry house of Harry Winston, this functioning taxi
Diamond, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Sunflower Petite Pendant Necklace Platinum with Ruby and Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
", Pendant Length: 10.15 mm, Pendant Width: 10.00 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: Sunflower Petite Pendant
Harry Winston HW Logo Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold with Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: 16.00 ", Pendant Length: 12.15 mm, Pendant Width: 7.60 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: HW Logo Pendant
Harry Winston HW Logo Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: 18.00 ", Pendant Length: 12.15 mm, Pendant Width: 7.40 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: HW Logo Pendant
Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Whistle Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
beautiful design in diamonds along the spine of the whistle,1.5" long and .75" wide, Harry Winston
Diamond
HARRY WINSTON Magnificent Diamond Necklace with Emerald & Diamond Pendant
By Harry Winston
Located in Greenwich, CT
weighing approximately 0.35 total carats, the marquise-shaped diamond necklace signed Harry Winston, the
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Harry Winston Madonna Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds Large
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: 16", Pendant: 30.00x22.70 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: Madonna Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds Small
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: 16.00 ", Pendant Length: 13.60 mm, Pendant Width: 12.90 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: Lily Cluster
Diamond, Platinum
Harry Winston Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds Mini
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
" Designer: Harry Winston Model: Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds Mini Exterior Material
Platinum
Harry Winston Lily Cluster Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: Length: 16" Designer: Harry Winston Model: Lily Cluster Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Madonna Cross Pendant Necklace Platinum with Diamonds 1.55CTS. TW.
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
: Length: 18", Pendant: 31.00x23.80 mm Designer: Harry Winston Model: Madonna Cross Pendant Necklace
Platinum
Harry Winston Diamond Ruby Lapis Whistle Pendant Charm
By Harry Winston
Located in Frederick, MD
Harry Winston Diamond Ruby Lapis Whistle Pendant Charm Designer: Harry Winston Circa: Vintage
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold
Costume Jewelry Harry Winston Vintage Estate Diamonds Necklace Look
By Magnificent Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Ambani Diamond Look Harry Winston Style Diamond Costume Jewelry Pendant Necklace by Clive Kandel
Diamond, Silver
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...
Hermes Hac 50 Vintage Birkin Bag Black Fjord Leather Brass Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a vintage 50 Hermes Hac (Sac Haut a Courroies) featured in Black Fjord leather. This gorgeous matte leather is rare to find and wears magnificently. Limited editio...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 1996 "The Hunger" White Ivory Silk Crepe Asymmetric Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Cocktail dr...
Chanel CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
CHANEL CC Sport Line Duffle Travel Bag Year: 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} Black nylon Dual flat canvas shoulder straps Logo embroidery Dual rolled handles at sides Sip pocket at front To...
$775
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Missoni 1990s Turquoise Teal Blue Knit Vintage 90s Halter Top OR Skirt
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1990s MISSONI turquoise, teal, and blue signature rayon knit halter top OR skirt! Features bold vibrant shades of blue that are perfect on any skin tone. Simple slips ov...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Chanel Vintage Basketball
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel vintage basketball 1990's {VINTAGE 20+ Years} Made in France Condition: Very good vintage condition
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
Chanel Mini Classic Flap Micro Beige Lambskin Leather Cross Body Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
This Celebrity Favorite has Diamond Quilting and a Gold Plated CC Turnlock Closure and hardware. Approximate measurements are 5.5" x 4" x 1.5" with a drop of about 22" on the gold ...
$28,800
W 0.43 in L 7 in
9.53 Carat Diamond 5-Row Flexible Tennis Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 5-Row 18K Rose Gold Flexible Diamond Tennis Bracelet – 9.53 Carats of Brilliance By Merkaba Beverly Hills. A masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship, this 5-Row 18K Rose...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Multi colored Silk Skirt-38 from the runway of the 2000 Spring/Summer collection. This adorable Chanel skirt is in excellent condition, it has minimal sign of use. It is made ...
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 18.90 Carat Fancy Orange Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Diamond
Victorian, 23.17 Carat Old Cushion Shape Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Victorian drop earrings! 36 gradual old European diamonds set in gold & silver in a circular shape & filigree workmanship, with estimated total weight of 8 carats Center di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Louis Vuitton Alzer Suitcase 80s, 75s, 70s, Eifel Tower
By Louis Vuitton
Located in 10707, DE
collection of 3 suitcases Alzer model The suitcases are very suitable as decoration 3 different sizes Width 80 cm, 75 cm, 70 cm The suitcases are in historically good condition. Come...
Among the famed gemstones that Harry Winston (1896–1978) encountered over the course of his career was the Hope diamond, which he donated to the Smithsonian Institution in 1958. Today, Winston is regarded as the “King of Diamonds” and the “Jeweler to the Stars” as one of the first to recognize the branding power of lending glitzy earrings, necklaces and other fine jewelry for red-carpet events.
Winston’s father had immigrated to New York from Ukraine and ran a small jewelry shop where a young Harry learned about precious stones, enough, the story goes, to identify a real emerald in a heap of pawnshop jewelry at the age of 12. His early success involved turning that eye to estate sale collections that he transformed by freeing gemstones from dated ornamentation, giving them new cuts and modern settings. He opened Harry Winston Inc. in 1932, where he influenced 20th-century-jewelry trends by always elevating the stones rather than adding the lavish decorations that had pervaded jewelry in the 19th century.
The first of the celebrated diamonds to be purchased by Winston was the 726-carat uncut Jonker, acquired in 1935. Many others followed, including the 726.60-carat Vargas from Brazil which, in 1938, he tracked down across multiple continents after he read a brief newspaper notice about its discovery. The rarity and beauty of the gemstones he pursued and presented in his boutiques made the Winston brand synonymous with excellence.
Winston was also a pioneer of marketing as the first jeweler to dress an Academy Awards nominee when he loaned some diamond jewelry to Jennifer Jones for the 1944 Oscar ceremony. Winston was renowned for his eye for the finest of gemstones and the ability to design pieces in order to best flaunt their natural dazzle. He regularly showed off his collection in touring exhibitions, such as the 1949 “Court of Jewels,” which featured the Hope diamond. His storied past and long legacy is continued by the House of Harry Winston and its salons in Japan, the United Kingdom and elsewhere.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of Harry Winston jewelry that includes bracelets, wedding rings, engagement rings and other accessories.
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.