Large French Necklaces
Mid-20th Century French Retro Drop Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s French Contemporary Link Necklaces
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Platinum
2010s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Emerald, Silver
Vintage 1960s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s French Empire Chain Necklaces
Vermeil
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
2010s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
2010s French Necklace Enhancers
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Revival Choker Necklaces
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1990s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1910s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Baroque Beaded Necklaces
2010s French Artist Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl
Late 20th Century French Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Base Metal
1990s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Other, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
1990s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Silver
1990s French Choker Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1990s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Bronze
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces
1990s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
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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 are large necklaces called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What large necklaces are called depends on the piece. Necklaces that are large because they have multiple strands, oversized pendants or other bold details are generally called statement necklaces. If a necklace is large in terms of length, its name varies. Opera necklaces are 26 to 36 inches long, while rope necklaces are 36 or 37 inches and longer. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of necklaces.
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