Judith Ripka 18KW Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Judith Ripka, this necklace is beautifully crafted and will last the test of time! A
Diamond, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Clear Crystal Key to My Heart Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Judith Ripka Material: sterling silver Dimensions: necklace measures 18.25-inches Weight
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Heart Pendant # 19209
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Heart Pendant - This unique pendant by Judith Ripka features a two
Sterling Silver
$580Sale Price|20% Off
L 19 in
Judith Ripka Sterling Gold Vermeil CZ Set Earrings, Necklace & Ring Heart Design
By Judith Ripka
Located in San Diego, CA
This beautiful Judith Ripka set includes a gold vermeil CZ necklace, earrings, and a ring, all
Vermeil
$2,398Sale Price|27% Off
H 1.2 in W 1 in
Judith Ripka 18k Gold Heart Checkerboard Citrine w/ Diamond Enhancer Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Citrine - Heart Checkerboard Cut - Prong Set - Rich Yellowish
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Agate & CZ Heart Pendant #18711
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Agate & CZ Heart Pendant- This vintage Judith Ripka heart pendant
Agate, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Prasiolite Diamond Heart Enhancer Pendant Yellow Gold 18k Cab.37ctw
By Judith Ripka
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Judith Ripka Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Prasiolite Cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,998Sale Price|27% Off
H 0.51 in W 0.46 in L 16 in
Judith Ripka 18k Gold 16" Heavy Oval Link Necklace Diamond Heart Enhancer
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (23) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F Color - VS1 Clarity - 0.35ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 68.6 Grams Chain Typ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 0.45 Carat Round Cut Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
A Judith Ripka heart shape pendant necklace made of 18K yellow gold and accented by 16 round
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$440Sale Price|20% Off
Judith Ripca Gold Tone Sterling Silver and CZ Pink Rope Heart Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
International shipping is not free Judith Ripca Gold Tone Sterling Silver and CZ Pink Rope Heart
Zircon, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
W 0.25 in L 15.25 in
Judith Ripka 18k Chain Necklace Diamond Heart Enhancer Charms Yellow Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Judith Ripka Chain Necklace Diamond Heart Enhancer Charms in 18K Yellow Gold. Round Brilliant Cut
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Necklace with Heart Charm
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a Judith Ripka sterling silver chain necklace with a heart charm. The necklace consists of
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Diamond Pave Heart Gold Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Southampton, PA
allure thanks to the intricate details and the lovely heart pendant. The necklace – a Judith Ripka design
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Heart CZ Chain Necklace #21358
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Heart CZ Chain Necklace This vintage sterling silver link chain
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Amethyst Diamond Gold Heart Enhancer Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in Southampton, PA
This dazzling enhancer pendant from Judith Ripka is the perfect token of one's admiration. The
Agate, Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Judith Ripka 925 Sterling Silver Diamonique Heart Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction. Wearable Length: 18"-20" Pendant Measurement: 36 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Stone: None Hallmarks: T& CO 925 Total Weight: 26.6 ...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.21 in W 0.45 in L 1.38 in
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Key Heart Lock Pendant Necklace #19583
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Key Heart Lock Pendant Necklace - This vintage pendant necklace
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka .50 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Enhancer
By Judith Ripka
Located in Stamford, CT
Judith Ripka heart shaped pendant enhancer set with 42 bright full cut Diamonds in 18k yellow gold
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18k Gold 35" Diamond & Multicolor Stone Hearts By the Yard Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent hearts by the yard chain necklace that is designed by Judith Ripka and
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Sterling Silver
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Judith Ripka. The necklace features 14 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately .21 CTW. The
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Heart Shaped Canary Yellow Crystal and Diamond Necklace 18K
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
For sale is a designer Judith Ripka canary yellow crystal and diamond heart necklace crafted in 18K
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & CZ Heart Pendant Enhancer #18708
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & CZ Heart Pendant- This beautiful Judith Ripka blue topaz
Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.35 in W 0.98 in L 2 in
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & CZ Heart Pendant Enhancer # 19587
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & CZ Heart Pendant - This beautiful Judith Ripka blue
Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Oval Link CZ Heart Clasp Chain Necklace #16608
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver textured oval link CZ heart clasp chain necklace by Judith Ripka. Beautiful
Sterling Silver
Sold
W 0.26 in L 18.01 in
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink Jadeite CZ Heart Enhancer Bead Necklace #12823
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver pink jadelite and CZ heart enhancer with pink jadelite bead necklace by Judith
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink CZ Heart Pendant # 18752
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink CZ Heart Pendant- This beautiful Judith Ripka heart pendant with
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant #22951
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant- This exquisite Judith Ripka heart pendant is
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Enhancer Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Judith Ripka diamond and yellow gold heart-shaped enhancer pendant. Love it because it caught your
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Estate Tourmaline Pearl Diamond Gold Chain Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Miami, FL
This estate Judith Ripka tourmaline, diamond and pearl chain necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink Beaded Chain With Heart Pendant #18927
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink Beaded Chain With Heart Pendant - This unique Judith Ripka chain
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Mother Of Pearl & Garnet Heart Pendant # 18766
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Mother Of Pearl & Garnet Heart Pendant - This beautiful heart pendant
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 0.35 in W 1.03 in L 1.47 in
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Onyx & Mother Of Pearl Heart Pendant # 18756
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Onyx & Mother Of Pearl Heart Pendant- This beautiful heart pendant by
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Diamond Spiked Heart Enhancer Pendant, 18k Gold Round Cut .54ctw
By Judith Ripka
Located in Greensboro, NC
Get gorgeous in gold! Created by Judith Ripka in high purity 18k yellow gold, this spectacular
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Pink Mother Of Pearl Smokey Quartz Cross Pendant #18755
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Pink Mother Of Pearl & Smokey Quartz Cross Pendant/Enhancer This
Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver Diamonique Amethyst Heart Pendant on Silver Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Judith Ripka Collection: Cable Collection Material: sterling silver Dimensions: necklace
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Leather Cord Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Southampton, PA
This one of a kind piece from Judith Ripka has a fashionable design that finely crafted to
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Pave Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful Judith Ripka necklace features a pave diamond heart pendant with two diamond
Judith Ripka Gold Heart Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in Darnestown, MD
Beautifully made 18 karat gold pendant by Judith Ripka. The heart has a softly brushed finish and
Ruby, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka Diamond & Citrine Heart Sterling Silver & 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Baltimore, MD
Judith Ripka Diamond & Citrine Sterling Silver & 18K Gold Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Sterling
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Multi Gemstone Heart Necklace Enhancer 925 Sterling Silver
By Judith Ripka
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Judith Ripka Multi Gemstone Heart Necklace Enhancer 925 Sterling Silver The measurements are 1-3/4
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Prasiolite Heart Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A lovely Judith Ripka 18k yellow gold heart pendent from the Judith Ripka Fine Jewelry Collection
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Circle Pendant Heart Clasp Necklace #16609
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver CZ circle pendant heart clasp chain necklace by Judith Ripka. Beautiful round CZ
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Designer 925 Cubic Zirconia Heart Leather Cord Necklace Bracelet se
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Judith Ripka Designer 925 Cubic Zirconia Heart Leather Cord Necklace Bracelet set 73 Gm Timeless
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Heart Pendant Enhancer #16716
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver CZ heart pendant by Judith Ripka. Beautiful puffy heart design pendant encrusted
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 925 Sterling Silver Diamonique Heart Pendant Charm
By Judith Ripka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Height: 30 mm Width: 23 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Type: Diamonique Hallmark: Judith Ripka
Judith Ripka Sterling Silver CZ Puffy Heart Reversible Pendant Enhancer #12162
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver CZ reversible heart enhancer by designer Judith Ripka. This beautiful piece's one
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Heart Charm Enhancer Pendant with Pave Diamonds
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Judith Ripka charm enhancer pendant finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold in a heart shape design
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 925 Sterling Silver Cz and Pink Agate Heart Pendant Charm
By Judith Ripka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Height: 40 mm Width: 27.5 mm Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Type: Diamonique Hallmark: Judith
Agate
Judith Ripka Chain Necklace with Diamond and Gold Heart Enhancer
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Gold Chain Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl and Heart Pendant Gorgeous chain has
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Heart Pendant with Handmade Chain
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Judith Ripka 18K White Gold and Diamond Heart Pendant with Handmade Chain This cute heart charm
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Judith Ripka Two-Piece Black and White Diamond Heart Pendant with Diamond Chain
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Gold Chain Necklace with Two-Piece, Black and White Diamond Pendant Enhancer
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka pendant with heart amethyst two tone in sterling silver.
Located in Surfside, FL
Judith Ripka pendant with heart amethyst two tone in sterling silver. Hanging length 41mm x 30 mm.
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Pendant with Heart Amethyst Two Tone in Sterling Silver
Located in Surfside, FL
Judith Ripka pendant with heart amethyst two tone in sterling silver. Hanging length 41mm x 30 mm.
Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Diamond Silver Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Vail, CO
yellow gold mounts, signed Judith Ripka. 15.75" cord necklace length with 1" length heart pendant.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Tag Charm Bracelet 8"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Tag Charm Bracelet 8" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 25.40 grams Length: 8". It could be adjusted to fit smaller wrist by moving the lobster clasp to an...
18k Gold
$36,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Necklace 115 grams
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning design from Tiffany & Co. Necklace 16.5 inches long and 13mm wide Marked: T & Co 2001 750 Italy Total Weight : 115.8 grams
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
A STUNNING red ruby diamond ring! GRS Certified 5.14 Carat Natural Untreated Unheated Red Ruby Diamond Ring 1 carats of white side diamonds. Custom platinum and 18k yellow gold mo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18k White Gold Diamond&Onyx Ring
By Judith Ripka
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Ring Diamonds: 0.98ctw Onyx: 8.00ctw Size: 6.75 SKU: JR01033 Retail price: $7,920.00
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angela Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Sinuous Snake Ring
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Scarce 18K yellow gold Angela Cummings snake ring 1986 The snake motif is one of the most loved in jewelry design, symbolizing everlasting love, royalty, wisdom, transformation, reb...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid White Gold Diamond Ring with Ruby
By Renate Exclusive
Located in Naples, NY
I ship all my products from the USA! Not my handwork! I'm selling my used CIRARI Ruby and Diamond ring! I bought it about 3 years ago on Gemshoping TV. At that time I wore white go...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Amethyst, Pearl & Peridot Suffragette Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1900 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY A statement of style and solidarity. This antique pendant, stamped 9ct and crafted in softly glowin...
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 1920s French Hallmarked Dome Shaped 0.85ct Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Band 18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped Circa 1920s This 18ct yellow gold band with a single French diamond is a classic and timeless piece of jewellery. The slightl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Diamond Heart Necklace Moonstone Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Heart Necklace Moonstone Black Enamel This symbolic necklace by J Dauphin features a heart-shaped moonstone framed by black diamonds, suspended from a 28-inch hand-ena...
Black Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
French 1925s Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Onyx Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. A sublime Art Deco ring featuring a platinum mounting and band holding a rectangular cut onyx plaque. The onyx holds 2 asymmetrical settings : one a brilliant-cut a...
Onyx, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$295,200Sale Price|70% Off
NWT 984, 000 18KT Magnificent Rare Fancy Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Gorgeous 18KT White Gold Glittering Diamond and Neon Paraiba Tourmaline Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Multi Shape...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Necklace Total Weight 30.59gm Smoky Quartz 8.4ctw Retail $7,560.00
Quartz, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Style GIA 2.02ct ROUND Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Free-Form Vintage 1970s Style GIA 2.02ct Natural ROUND Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring This an impressive, a smashing ring for connoisseurs of 1960s-1970s free-style design, perfectly ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Judith Ripka 18k Yellow Gold Two Sided Diamond Citrine Sautoir Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Judith Ripka 18k Yellow Gold Two-Sided Diamond Citrine Sautoir Necklace is a captivating masterpiece that exudes sophistication and elegance. Crafted in rich 18k yellow gold, thi...
Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Gold
$2,558Sale Price|27% Off
H 1.6 in W 0.74 in
Judith Ripka 18k Yellow Gold Canary Yellow Crystal & Diamond Enhancer Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Crystal - Oval Cut - Prong Set - Canary Yellow Color - 22.9x18.9mm (20) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Bezel Set - F/G Color -...
Crystal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
One of the first jewelers to harness the potential of television, Judith Ripka has built a following for her bold work through her frequent appearances on the televised shopping channel QVC. Her earrings, necklaces and other accessories often feature matte gold and large colored precious gemstones highlighted with a dazzle of diamonds — statement pieces that can be worn every day for a touch of glamour.
The New York–born daughter of a couturier, Ripka studied art at Hunter College and the Parsons School of Design before founding her brand in 1977 with an 18-karat gold collection. She started simple, selling the pieces in her living room, leading to the opening of her first store in Manhasset, New York.
Early on, Ripka recognized the power of advertising, taking out an ad in the New York Times that read, “Give your pearls a little culture,” and invited customers to bring in their old pearl necklaces and “see them transformed into a beautiful new necklace.” The updating of traditional styles that might be reserved only for special occasions into modern pieces for daily wear would become a touchstone of Ripka’s brand. By 1982, the jeweler was the proud recipient of the De Beers Award for Outstanding Jewelry Design.
After her QVC debut in 1997, Ripka’s jewelry company took off. A pioneer in selling luxury goods on television, she later appeared on the Shopping Channel, with Ripka herself as an engaging personality helping to drive the sales and popularity of her jewelry. Xcel Brands acquired her company in 2014 with the designs continuing to have an active presence on QVC.
Alongside her QVC-marketed jewelry, Ripka has designed custom pieces, such as the diamond, sapphire and ruby 18-karat gold brooch that Hillary Clinton wore at the 1997 inauguration for her husband, Bill Clinton. Talk-show host, author and philanthropist Oprah Winfrey has regularly sported her Eclipse earrings, which incorporate two tiers of precious stones, a design that can easily match outfits from day to night.
Other Ripka designs have brought high-end luxury to the masses, such as a 2010 line launched on QVC showcasing the designer’s take on famous jewels in the Smithsonian Institution. At every price point, Ripka’s jewelry has maintained its fine quality in the fresh interpretations of classic styles.
The Ripka brand continues to innovate its offerings, including branching into creative partnerships, such as a 2020 capsule collection with Italian architect Elena Manferdini as part of a series of collaborations with women artists and designers.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of Judith Ripka jewelry and watches today.
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.