Keepers Necklace
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Marcasite, Base Metal
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
2010s European Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Brass
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Gold, Yellow Gold
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Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Brass
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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
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Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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Diamond, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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Gold Plate
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Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
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Mixed Metal
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Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Antique 1890s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Brooches
Diamond
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1800s Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
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Coral, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century French Necklace Enhancers
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil
1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Greek Rope Necklaces
Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Link Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French Models and Miniatures
Mirror, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Link Necklaces
Garnet, 15k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Rope Necklaces
Antique 1770s Georgian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique 1780s German Neoclassical Paintings
Canvas
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Antique 1790s Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1800s Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
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Onyx, Natural Pearl, Rose Gold
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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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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.
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