French Modernist Coil Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Unusual French Modernist twisted coil upon coil intricate woven necklace.
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Vintage 1950s French Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
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Mid-Century Modernist 14K Gold Amethyst Pendant Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
A gorgeous modernist Amethyst gemstone pendant set into 14k yellow gold. The pendant takes a triangular drop form, while the hand-sawed details give a snow-flake or organic feel. Thi...
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Gold Malachite Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage necklace features a bold modernist design with a geometric malachite pendant suspended from a long 14k gold chain.
Category
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Modernist Gold on Bronze Pendant Necklace by Ibram Lassaw
Located in Austin, TX
Gold on bronze sculpture pendant on its original necklace by Ibram Lassaw (1913-2003) Signed: Lassaw. Pendant size: 2 x 1¾ in. Total necklace plus pendant length: 15". Weight: 4...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Bronze
Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace Gold Wash Handmade Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning workmanship on this handcrafted Sterling Silver Necklace. Gold wash over the silver. Measuring 26" on stationary chain. The Pendant is 2.77 in. x 2.27 in. This is out of a...
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Maz 18K Gold Modernist Starfish Brooch Necklace, 13ct Aquamarine
$2,504Sale Price|20% Off
Maz 18K Gold Modernist Starfish Brooch Necklace, 13ct Aquamarine
By Maz
Located in North Hollywood, CA
It is summer time and what better way to show your seaside manner with these gorgeous seaside brooch/necklace. This is by the Company MAZ and this brooch is gorgeous if I say so mys...
Category
Early 2000s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Modernist Opal and Gold Pendant Necklace by Othmar Zschaler
By Othmar Zschaler
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Othmar Zschaler, Bern, Switzerland. This necklace has a striking visual presence showcasing Othmar Zschaler's flawless design sensibilities. Combining a spectac...
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Modernist Ed Wiener Sculptural Collar Necklace with Pearl
By Ed Wiener
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold signed Ed Wiener necklace has a sculptural form that graces the collarbone in an elegant wave.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sigurd Persson Nordic Scandinavian Modernist Citrine and Gold Necklace 1960
By Sigurd Persson
Located in New York, NY
An important, large faceted citrine and 18 karat gold collar, by the highly collectible Swedish modernist designer, Sigurd Persson, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Large Estate Modernist 14K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Intriguing, stylish and bold, this large, beautiful 14K yellow gold statement necklace is composed of unusual graduated puzzle pieces. The puzzle pieces are solid gold and quite thic...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 14K Gold Sculptural Modernist Link Necklace, Heavy 62 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage Italian necklace crafted in richly polished 14-karat yellow gold. The design is composed of articulated links featuring a striking relief pattern, creating a rhythmic archi...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Link Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christopher Walling Modernist Gold & Gemstone 'Traffic Light' Pendant Necklace
By Christopher Walling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 'traffic light' Modernist pendant for a necklace. By Christopher Walling.
Category
20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
UNOAERRE Modernist Necklace In 14Kt Yellow Gold With Heart Shaped Amethyst
By UnoAErre
Located in Miami, FL
An Italian necklace with amethyst designed by UnoAerre. This is a beautiful necklace crafted in Italy in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with polished finish. The necklace is mounted...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Ralph Masri Modernist Diamond Sapphire Necklace
$6,400 / item
Ralph Masri Modernist Diamond Sapphire Necklace
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt white gold necklace with diamonds and sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimalist sh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Ruby and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Necklace Geometric Modernist
Located in Great Neck, NY
From the distinguished estate of a New York Florida jewelry collector, this exceptional 14k yellow gold necklace is a striking fusion of timeless elegance and bold design. Crafted wi...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Opal Necklace by Paul Binder
By Paul Binder
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Paul Binder, Zurich, Switzerland. This stunning modernist necklace by Paul Binder of Zurich, is set with a sublime Australian boulder opal surrounded by brilli...
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Modernist B-Zero1 Ceramic Pendant Necklace Chain In 18Kt Pink Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
The iconic necklace has been masterfully crafted with modernist patterns in solid pink-gold of 18 karats with high polished finish and embellished with blackened hard-ceramic.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ralph Masri Modernist Pink Sapphire Necklace
$4,700 / item
Ralph Masri Modernist Pink Sapphire Necklace
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt rose gold necklace with light and dark pink sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ed Wiener Modernist 14K Gold & Pearl Curvex Choker Necklace or Collar
By Ed Wiener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Modernist gold & pearl necklace. Attributed to Ed Wiener.
Category
20th Century American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Modernist Rhodolite Garnet Diamond 18K Gold Fringe Necklace Fine Estate Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Elegant & Finely detailed Garnet and Diamond Fringe Necklace, featuring five Garnet drops; each drop holding one teardrop facet-cut deep red Rhodolite Garnets inter-spaced with four ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Modernist More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Circa 1972 GROSSE Solid 18k Yellow Gold Modernist Diamond & Lapis Necklace
By Grosse
Located in Great Neck, NY
This striking necklace is a testament to the innovative spirit of modernist design from the early 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modernist Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Tiger’s Eye Diamond Two-Tone 18k Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This 1970s Italian modernist pendant necklace captures the bold, sculptural language of the period, when long gold sautoirs and statement pendants became part of a freer, more expres...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage TRIFARI gold leaf modernist designer runway necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • matte gold tone leafs • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 19" long by 1 1/8" wide CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with mini...
Category
20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Modernist Gold and Keshi Pearl and Diamond Convertible Brooch Necklace, 1960s
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid century modern choker necklace featuring an abstract gold plaque. The 1 1/2" gold abstract designed pendant/brooch enhanced with 8 round white diamonds on a detachable 13 1/2 twi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Modernist 14K Yellow Gold Octagon Cut Emerald & Pear Diamond Pendant Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in elegant 14K yellow gold, this minimalist pendant necklace features a stunning 0.3 carat octagon-cut emerald paired with a sparkling 0.13 carat pear-shaped diamond. Emeral...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GUCCI 1970 Firenze Modernist Necklace In Solid .925 Sterling 18Kts Gold & Lapis
By Gucci
Located in Miami, FL
This striking multi-link necklace was masterfully crafted in a bold modernist design using solid sterling silver (.925 fineness) with accents in 18-karat yellow gold, all finished to...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Silver
Modernist Reyes Designer Lapis 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Modernist stylish design signed on the back Reyes 1973 Beautiful hand crafted as art piece of jewelry of solid 18 KT With a flat and wide torque more suitable for a long slim neck an...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Timeless Vintage 18k Gold Modernist Necklace with Amethyst and Akoya Pearls
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely vintage choker length necklace is decidedly in the Modernist genre. A large and rich step cut amethyst weighing approximately 27.50 carats is cradled tastefully and promi...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
MODERNIST Pendant Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 37.69 Ctw In Kunzite & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist necklace pendant with a kunzite. This is a statement necklace-pendant crafted in Italy in solid white gold of 18 karats with polished finish.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Kunzite, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Signed 1960's Modernist Gold, Silver, & Multi-Gemstone Necklace by Resia Schor
By Resia Schor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist pendant necklace. By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor.
Category
20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Signed Modernist 1970's Gold, Silver, & Gemstone Necklace/Brooch by Resia Schore
By Resia Schor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor. In sterling silver, 14k gold, and bezel-set with multiple gemstones Comprising a large pendant and a mixed metals gold...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Scandinavian Jeweler, Modernist Necklace in 14 Carat Gold
Located in bronshoj, DK
Scandinavian jeweler. Modernist necklace in 14-carat gold. Pendant with cultured pearls.
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold
Modernist 1970 Necklace With Graduated Faceted Beads Of Onyx In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted with modernist look and fitted with a security push boxed lock made up in yellow gold of 14 karats.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Modernist Gold-Tone Intertwining "S" Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Description: Vintage Modernist "S" Shape pendant necklace, on a double rope chain, the intertwining "S" design , brushed and polished goldtone textures are a Mid-Century statement pi...
Category
Vintage 1940s American Link Necklaces
Modernist Bold Double Stand Pearl Necklace with Lapis, Gold and Diamond Clasps
Located in New York, NY
These very chic double strand pearls are a fine creamy rose luster and are approximately 7 mm and have 188 pearls joined by two 18k yellow gold clasps set with lapis and 6 round cut ...
Category
Antique 1870s Italian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Olga Finzi Extraordinary Modernist Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Olga Finzi for Arrigo Finzi, Milan, Italy. This unique necklace by Milan goldsmith, Olga Finzi, is stylish sculpture to go. A tour-de-force of mid-century Italia...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Choker Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Rare Avant-Garde Necklace 18 Kt Art Piece
Located in Napoli, IT
Wearable Art Modernist jewelry stands alone as an island of elegance in a sea of humdrum contemporary art Avant-Gard , Modernist and Brutalist styles express jewellery in a new visio...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
MONET signed vintage gold tone modernist designer necklace
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 60 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
Category
20th Century Link Necklaces
ITALIAN Modernist Necklace In 18Kt White Gold With a Pearl And White Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Modern necklace chain with pearl and diamonds. Beautiful necklace pendant, crafted In Italy in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The pendant necklace has been...
Category
20th Century Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Magnificent Italian Solid Diamond Collar Choker Necklace 15.00ct -Modernist
Located in Great Neck, NY
For day or night, this Italian diamond collar-choker is the ultimate statement in refined glamour. a Wonderful marina Bvlgari inspired solid gold collar necklace, created by master ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
NAPIER vintage signed gold modernist designer runway necklace
By Napier
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGN...
Category
Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces
Vintage gold tone modernist toggle clasp chain designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Vintage MMA signed gold modernist geometric designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MMA • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER JEWELRY ...
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
European 1970 Modernist Necklace 18Kt Gold 176.25 Ctw Rhodochrosite & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernism necklace with Rhodochrosite. Wonderful retro-modernist necklace, created around the 1970's in the northern region of Europe, most probably in Germany or the Netherla...
Category
Vintage 1970s German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone huge pendant dangle chain modernist necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Vintage gold huge modernist abstract pendant designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 40 ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
Category
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
Modernist 12.16 Ct Multi Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval and pear cut multi sapphire gemstones. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi sapphire chain necklace. This stunnin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Diamond Drop Necklace 19.2K White Gold Late 20th Century Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
Portuguese Modernist Diamond Drop Necklace in 19.2kt White Gold, Late 20th Century.
Category
Late 20th Century Portuguese Modern Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Modernist Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Lily Pad Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy lily pad motif links alternating with curving vine motif bar links Matte finish and featuring flush set transitional cut diamonds flush set on lily pads Weighing ...
Category
Vintage 1950s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cat Kitten Turquoise Pendant Charm Necklace Gold Retro Mid-Century Modernist
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in an adorable Cat or Kitten Turquoise Retro Mid-Century Modern Pendant or Charm in fabulous 14 Karat Gold. The charming cat or kitten has fantastic Mid-Century Modernist st...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
PIERRE CARDIN c.1960's Gold Modernist Disc Chandelier Bib Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Cardin c.1960's gold modernist disc chandelier necklace. Seven varying lengths of gold-toned linked drops.
Category
Vintage 1960s More Necklaces
CLASSIC Modernist Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 32.76 Ctw Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Classic necklace with aquamarine and diamonds. This is a gorgeous classic necklace, created in America with classic patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished fini...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold 'Tubogas' Necklace
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 14 karat yellow gold this collar style necklace is what is known as 'tubogas' in style. The fully articulated snake type links have been beautifully machined and were fi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modernist Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
HATTIE CARNEGIE signed vintage gold enamel modernist beaded designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed HATTIE CARNEGIE • gold tone with enamel an lucite beads • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...
Category
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
KRAMER signed vintage gold tone modernist designer pendant chain necklace
By Kramer
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed KRAMER • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 57 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
AVON signed vintage gold tone resin modernist geometric designer necklace
By Avon
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed AVON • gold tone with resin • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ❤️...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Retro Zircon Ribbon Bow Pendant Necklace Rose Gold Mid-Century Modernist
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Retro Zircon Ribbon Bow Pendant Necklace Rose Gold Mid-Century Modernist
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Retro Mid-Century stylized ribbon bow motif pendant set with a three gorgeous round faceted blue Zircon gems in 10 Karat Rose Gold. Zircons and Rose Gold epitomiz...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Gold, Rose Gold, 10k Gold
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Modernist Gold Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate modernist gold necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 509 vintage or 127 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a modernist gold necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A modernist gold necklace from OGI Ltd, Zoe Lev and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any modernist gold necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 157 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and oval cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a modernist gold necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Modernist Gold Necklace?
The price for a modernist gold necklace starts at $120 and tops out at $595,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,950.
Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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. 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.
Questions About Modernist Gold Necklace
- What is my gold necklace worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024How much your gold necklace is worth will depend on a few factors. Gold has value on its own as scrap metal. Usually, scrap metal pricing depends on the weight of gold and the type of alloy, and prices vary over time. Some gold necklaces may be worth more than the going rate due to their age, maker, style, type and condition. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler examine your necklace and tell you how much it may be worth before selling it to a scrap dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold necklaces.
- Are Napier necklaces real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, most Napier necklaces are gold-plated brass. Gold-plated brass is often favored for being more budget-friendly and durable, but it is not hypoallergenic and should be avoided by those who have sensitive skin. Browse a selection of Napier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023What a gold heart necklace means is open to interpretation. Many people associate gold with wealth and success, while a heart pendant is often equated with romance. Together, these symbols may represent success in love or the preciousness of a relationship. It's also possible to not assign any deeper meaning to the necklace and to wear one simply because you like how it looks. Shop a large assortment of gold heart necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, gold necklaces can look good on guys. Men can be stylish in any type of jewelry. The key is to find pieces that appeal to you and reflect your sense of fashion. Many male celebrities have worn gold necklaces, including Jay-Z, Brad Pitt, Jake Gyllenhaal, Jason Momoa and Robert Downey, Jr. Explore a wide range of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Yes, men still wear gold necklaces. Gold is a timeless precious metal, and chains made from the material are classic favorites for men's jewelry. Justin Theroux, Brad Pitt, Jay-Z, Drake and Timothée Chalamet are just some of the famous men who have regularly sported gold necklaces. Explore a wide variety of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, some Louis Vuitton necklaces are real gold. The French luxury fashion house produces its necklaces out of 18-karat yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. In addition, Louis Vuitton uses other precious metals like titanium and platinum in some pieces. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Louis Vuitton necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Yes, you can wear pearl earrings with a gold necklace if you wish. Pearls can complement yellow, white and rose gold equally well. You can create a more cohesive look by choosing pearl earrings that feature gold settings in the same tone as your necklace. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Vivienne Westwood necklaces are mostly made of sterling silver and brass along with other imitation stones and metals. Most gold-looking pieces in her collection are actually brass. Even though the metals are not real gold, it’s still important to protect and care for your Vivienne Westwood jewelry as it may tarnish and lose its luster over time. You’ll find a large collection of Vivienne Westwood from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024At home, you can tell if a necklace is real gold by using a magnet. Put the magnet near the gold and see if it sticks. If it does, your piece is either a base metal plated in gold or an entirely different metal. While there are additional ways to test jewelry at home, these methods may cause discoloration or damage your necklace. As a result, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler if you need assistance with material identification. Shop a wide range of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024To tell if a 14K gold necklace is real, place a magnet on it. If you notice a strong attraction, the piece is unlikely to be genuine 14-karat gold because the gold alloy is not magnetic. A certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can also help you assess whether your piece is real gold. Find a wide variety of gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much a 14k gold necklace should cost will depend on its value on the precious metals market, as it changes every day. The average cost of 14k gold should be around $31 according to the market for gold. A 14k gold necklace’s value will depend on craftsmanship, origin, condition and other factors that include the market price. Find antique and vintage gold necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, your 14K gold necklace may be worth something. Because it contains some pure gold, your necklace can likely be sold for scrap metal. How much you can expect to receive for it will depend on its weight and the current market conditions. Your necklace could potentially have value beyond the going price for 14-karat gold, depending on its age, style, maker, condition and other factors. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can give you an idea of how much your piece may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024How much a 14K gold necklace is worth varies. Like other gold alloys, 14-karat gold has scrap value as a precious metal. The price per ounce of gold varies over time, and the thickness and length of your necklace will determine how much you can expect to be paid for it. Your necklace may have value beyond the going rate for 14-karat gold as well, depending on its age, style, maker and condition. You may want to consider having a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your piece to give you an idea of its potential value. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold necklaces.
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